| Description |
323 pages : colour illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Contents |
Introduction. 1.Understanding Mathematics. 2.Understanding Number and Counting. 3.Understanding Place Value. 4.Understanding Addition and Subtraction. 5.Understanding Multiplication, Division and Fractions. 6.Understanding the Principles of Arithmetic. 7.Understanding Number Patterns and Calculations. .8 Understanding Measurement. 9.Understanding Geometry. 10.Understanding Statistics. 11.Understanding Reasoning and Problem Solving in Mathematics. References. Index |
| Summary |
Having a deep understanding of the mathematical ideas and concepts taught in the classroom is vital as a nursery or primary school teacher. In order for children to get to grips with these concepts, trainee teachers need to be aware of how they come to interpret and understand them. Now into its 5th edition, this essential book helps trainee teachers develop their own knowledge of key mathematical ideas and concepts for the nursery and primary classroom. Now focussing specifically on ages 3 - 7, it also supports trainees with several age-appropriate classroom activities. As well as updates to further reading suggestions and research focuses, this revised edition includes new content on, Mastery in learning mathematics, Simple Fractions, Roman numerals, and Money as a form of measurement |
| Notes |
Previous edition has subtitle: a guide for teachers of children 3-8 |
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Previous edition published 2013 |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Mathematics -- Study and teaching (Elementary) -- Great Britain.
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Mathematics -- Study and teaching (Primary)
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| Author |
Cockburn, Anne, author
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| ISBN |
1473953502 |
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1473953510 |
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9781473953505 |
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9781473953512 (paperback) |
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