A Teacher-Centered Perspective on Choosing and Using Proof-related Terminology

Session Submission Type: Discussion Session

Description for Program

We share a set of criteria to support teachers’ selection and use of proof-related terms. We discuss challenges these criteria are designed to mitigate and prompt conversation around language that might support teachers in their work with students.

Sub Unit

• Mathematics Content, Processes, and Practices

Lead Presenter

• Kristin Lesseig, Washington State University, Vancouver

Co-Presenter

• Megan Staples, University of Connecticut