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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2015 Research Conference

Please note: The NCTM conference program is subject to change.

144- Beyond Numbers: Evaluating Novices' Orientations to Teaching Mathematics

Wednesday, April 15, 2015: 3:30 PM-4:00 PM
Grand Ballrooms A&B (Combined) (Westin - Boston Waterfront)

 

Lead Speaker:
William C Zahner
Co-Speaker:
Suzanne H. Chapin

Full Conference Paper
  • Evaluation beyond the Numbers Final Paper.doc (357.0 kB)

  • Description of Presentation:

    A survey with classroom vignettes was developed and used to evaluate novice teachers' orientation to teaching mathematics. 52 teachers from traditional and alternative preparation programs at one university were surveyed. Response patterns reveal opportunities for preparing teachers to engage in productive teaching practices in high need schools.

    Session Type: Brief Research Report

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