Exploring Math with Technology: Practices for Secondary Math Teachers

A book that provides middle and high school math teachers with practical advice and examples of how to use dynamic mathematics-specific technology to enact high-quality, equitable math instruction in their classrooms. It also explores the cultural relevance of math and how to change the narratives about students from marginalized communities.

Format: Hardback
Length: 226 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

A comprehensive and timely resource designed specifically for middle and high school math teachers, this book offers invaluable guidance on implementing high-quality, equitable math instruction that harnesses the power of dynamic mathematics-specific technology in the classroom.

In each chapter, readers are provided with practical advice, insightful interviews, comprehensive example lesson plans, and engaging tasks. These resources are accompanied by real-life classroom vignettes from secondary classrooms, featuring accompanying videos that analyze authentic student work, showcase teacher reflections, and pose thought-provoking discussion questions.

The book delves into a wide range of math-specific technology tools, including dynamic graphing, dynamic geography, interactive applets, computer algebra systems, and more. These tools are seamlessly integrated with broader discussions of cultural relevance and the rewriting of narratives about students from marginalized communities.

To enhance the learning experience, the book is accompanied by online support materials, including video vignettes that showcase the activities in action within the classroom. Additionally, downloadable lesson plans, tasks, and templates are provided, making it easier for teachers to implement the strategies and ideas presented in the book.

By leveraging the power of dynamic mathematics-specific technology and addressing cultural relevance, this book empowers middle and high school math teachers to create engaging and inclusive learning environments that foster mathematical proficiency and empower students from diverse backgrounds.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032298382