1st Edition
Introducing Nonroutine Math Problems to Secondary Learners 60+ Engaging Examples and Strategies to Improve Higher-Order Problem-Solving Skills
1. Introduction 2. Conceptual framework and pedagogy 3. Introductory problems 4. Geometry 5. Algebra and precalculus 6. Prediction, estimation, probability and miscellaneous mathematics content 7. Introductory nonroutine problems in a non-mathematical context 8. Ecology problems and problems that attempt to increase the student's appreciation of diversity 9. Practical applications affecting students’ lives 10. Models of implementing a curriculum of nonroutine problems 11. Additional nonroutine problems and resources
Biography
Robert London is a professor emeritus at California State University, San Bernardino, USA, and was program coordinator for the MA in Holistic and Integrative Education and a mathematics educator. He also has 20 years of experience as a secondary mathematics chair and teacher, school director and elementary and middle school teacher.
'Introducing Nonroutine Math Problems provides a tested, creative, and practical approach to developing mastery in problem solving through mathematics–but what is more revelatory is that it cultivates the deep processes that are equally relevant to the immediate problems of our lives and our world. For both self and for schooling, it is transformative, masterful, and meaningful.'
--Tobin Hart, Ph.D, Professor of Psychology, University of West Georgia
'Bob London’s research-based, holistic approach is discussed with depth and clarity in Introducing Nonroutine Math Problems to Secondary Learners. It is supported by an extensive use of strategies and examples, thereby making it an excellent context and resource for exploring the CCMP.'
-- Dr Marian de Souza, Retired from Australian Catholic University, Australia
'Introducing Nonroutine Math Problems is an amazing contribution to mathematics education and to learning that is relevant, holistic, and engaging. Written in a personal style, Dr. London guides educators through each process and activity. This book will change your classroom and touch your students’ lives.'
-- Sam Crowell, co-author, Emergent Teaching
