Fostering Mathematical Thinking and Problem Solving: The Teacher's Role

Author:
Nicole R. Rigelman Assistant professor of mathematics education in the School of Education at George Fox University in Newberg, Oregon.

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Volume 13: Issue 6
Page(s):
308–314
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5951/TCM.13.6.0308
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Describes the teacher's role in promoting mathematical thinking and problem solving in the classroom—identifying critical teacher actions and decisions; considering how beliefs influence the teacher's actions and decisions; and suggesting implications for teachers and students.

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Nicole Rigelman is interested in teaching and learning through mathematical problem solving and mathematical discourse.

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nrigelma@georgefox.edu
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Copyright:
The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Inc. All rights reserved. 2007
Page Count:
7
Article Category:
Research Article
Print Publication Date:
01 Feb 2007
Online Publication Date:
Feb 2007
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