Problem Solving in Mathematics Instruction and Teacher Professional Development

Patricio Felmer (Editor), Peter Liljedahl (Editor), Boris Koichu (Editor)

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Abstract

Recent research in problem solving has shifted its focus to actual classroom implementation and what is really going on during problem solving when it is used regularly in classroom. This book seeks to stay on top of that trend by approaching diverse aspects of current problem solving research, covering three broad themes. Firstly, it explores the role of teachers in problem-solving classrooms and their professional development, moving onto—secondly—the role of students when solving problems, with particular consideration of factors like group work, discussion, role of students in discussions and the effect of students’ engagement on their self-perception and their view of mathematics. Finally, the book considers the question of problem solving in mathematics instruction as it overlaps with problem design, problem-solving situations, and actual classroom implementation. The volume brings together diverse contributors from a variety of countries and with wide and varied experiences, combining the voices of leading and developing researchers. The book will be of interest to any reader keeping on the frontiers of research in problem solving, more specifically researchers and graduate students in mathematics education, researchers in problem solving, as well as teachers and practitioners.
Original languageEnglish
PublisherSpringer Basel AG
Number of pages440
ISBN (Electronic)978-3-030-29215-7
ISBN (Print)978-3-030-29214-0
DOIs
StateAccepted/In press - Dec 2019

Publication series

NameResearch in Mathematics Education
ISSN (Print)2570-4729

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