Challenging Mathematics In and Beyond the Classroom The 16th ICMI Study /

• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Other Authors: Taylor, Peter J. (Editor), Barbeau, Edward J. (Editor)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Boston, MA : Springer US, 2009.
• Series: New ICMI Study Series, 12
• Subjects: Education.; Mathematics > Study and teaching.; Mathematics Education.; Learning & Instruction.

The last two decades have seen significant innovation both in classroom teaching and in the public presentation of mathematics. Much of this has centered on the use of games, puzzles and investigations designed to capture interest, challenge the intellect and encourage a more robust understanding of...

Table of Contents:

• Challenging Problems: Mathematical Contents and Sources
• Challenges Beyond the Classroom—Sources and Organizational Issues
• Technological Environments beyond the Classroom
• Challenging Tasks and Mathematics Learning
• Mathematics in Context: Focusing on Students
• Teacher Development and Mathematical Challenge
• Challenging Mathematics: Classroom Practices
• Curriculum and Assessment that Provide Challenge in Mathematics.