Writing in a Mathematics Classroom: A Form of Communication and Reflection


Autoria(s): Lefler, Stacie
Data(s)

19/06/2006

Resumo

In this action research study, I investigated the use of journaling in my seventh grade mathematics classroom. I discovered that journaling can be a very rewarding and beneficial experience for me and for my students. Through journaling, my students became more adept at using correct mathematical terminology in writing and in speaking. The students also believed that they learned the content more deeply and retained it better. Additionally, implementing mathematical journals caused me to emphasize the use of correct terminology and thorough explanations of mathematical thinking in classroom discussions. As a result of this research, I plan to refine my journaling process and continue to use mathematical journals with my future classes.

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Identificador

http://digitalcommons.unl.edu/mathmidactionresearch/58

http://digitalcommons.unl.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1035&context=mathmidactionresearch

Publicador

DigitalCommons@University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Fonte

Action Research Projects

Palavras-Chave #Science and Mathematics Education
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