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Algebra Mastery Through Relevant Applications in Grades 6-10

Proficiency in high school mathematics can be used as a gauge for future success in education and employment. Moreover, research indicates that students who are successful in algebra are more likely to take higher level math courses in high school and college.

Reform efforts to improve math performance typically focus on “fixing” first-year algebra in high school, starting algebra instruction to the middle grades, or adopting a new textbook series. While these efforts may be helpful, they do not address instruction.

The purpose of this resource kit is not to add one more thing to do in math class but to provide things teachers can do to help students think independently in math class.

The kit contains research on why students struggle with such concepts as patterns, equality, and variable and provides suggestions and specific strategies to help with student understanding.

Teaching algebra at a mastery level through relevancy is achieved using lessons that are interdisciplinary or that include real-world situations. Instruction that is designed and delivered with relevancy in mind increases student engagement and therefore academic achievement.

Algebra Mastery contains:

30 strategies for teaching and learning algebra in ways that engage students
staff development activities
Gold Seal Lessons that have been used by math teachers
information on using the Rigor/Relevance Framework for developing lessons
detailed directions for integrating mathematical inquiry
CD with teaching strategies, lessons, and professional development activities
DVD presentation by Dr. Willard R. Daggett, Global Competition in Math and Science
DVD presentation by Dr. Richard D. Jones, Introduction to the Rigor/Relevance Framework
Math inquiry on DVD, How Much Does a Triangle Cost These Days?, by Dr. Dan Hurwitz.

516 pages $295

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