A Tool for Preparing Preservice Secondary Mathematics Teachers to Navigate Instructional Dilemmas During Whole-Class Discussions (Poster 26)

• In Event: AERA Poster Session Eleven
  In Poster Session: Research in Mathematics Education SIG Poster Session

Abstract

This study examines how providing structured lesson planning support can better prepare preservice teachers (PSTs) to address the moments of uncertainty in their teaching that arise when addressing relational aspects of teaching while working to achieve the mathematical lesson goals of the lesson. We analyzed the post-lesson reflections and lesson plans of 14 PSTs in an early field experience. Our findings show that although PSTs still face uncertainties in managing students’ socio-emotional needs, providing structured support shifts the way PSTs approach these uncertainties. Findings described here have implications for mathematics teacher education, specifically how PSTs are prepared to lesson plan.

Authors

• Sheila Orr, Michigan State University
  Presenting Author

• Rileigh Luczak, Michigan State University
  Presenting Author

• Kristen Bieda, Michigan State University
  Presenting Author

• Brady A. Tyburski, Michigan State University
  Presenting Author