Unpacking Students’ Perceptions of Mathematical Functions to Address Preservice Teachers’ Expert Blind Spots

Session Submission Type: Individual Session

Description for Program

In this study, we examine writing prompts to unpack what understanding of mathematical functions persists with college algebra students. We discuss how activities like this provide ways for novice teachers to reflect on students’ knowledge and develop pedagogical content knowledge.

Sub Unit

• Mathematics Pedagogy and Instructional Practice

Lead Presenter

• Rachael Kenney, Purdue University