Engaging Teachers in Identifying the Point of Student Mathematical Thinking

Session Submission Type: Individual Session

Description for Program

We will explore activities aimed at identifying the mathematical point of an instance of student thinking and identifying ways upon which the instance may be built. Participants will discuss the potential of such activities for supporting teachers to productively use student mathematical thinking.

Sub Unit

• Pedagogical Content Knowledge

Lead Presenter

• Laura R. Van Zoest, Western Michigan University

Co-Presenters

• Elizabeth H. Fraser, Western Michigan University

• Mary A. Ochieng, Western Michigan University