Description: Mathematical Metaphors, Memories, and Mindsets by Carmen M. Latterell, Janelle L. Wilson The book delves into mathematical mindsets, a current approach to understanding mathematical identities, as well as success and failure in mathematics. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description United States students continue to have difficulties with the subject of mathematics. Sometimes it is believed that students arent smart enough to master mathematics or that mathematics is just too difficult for all but the chosen few. This book offers an alternative explanation: Students difficulties in mathematics can best be understood and explained social scientifically. That is, Learning Theories, Agents of Socialization, and more generally, cultural and social milieu, are relevant in trying to understand individuals ideas about mathematics.The book begins by providing an overview of the current status in mathematics education. Popular cultural portrayals of mathematics and mathematicians are examined. The book, then, delves deeper into how students perceive mathematics and mathematicians by examining how students view mathematicians, how students define mathematics, and what themes emerge from students mathematical autobiographies and their metaphors. The book describes a semantic differential, in an effort to ascertain the meanings of math that people hold and shows the different patterns of responses among various groups of people. Finally, the book delves into mathematical mindsets, a current approach to understanding mathematical identities, as well as success and failure in mathematics. Author Biography Carmen M. Latterell is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Minnesota Duluth, where she teaches math courses for future teachers.Janelle L. Wilson is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology, Sociology & Criminology at the University of Minnesota Duluth, where she teaches courses primarily in social psychology and deviance. Table of Contents PrefaceIntroductionChapter 1: Popular Cultural Portrayals of Mathematics and MathematiciansChapter 2: Perceptions of MathematiciansChapter 3: What Do People Think Mathematics Is?Chapter 4: Mathematical AutobiographiesChapter 5: MetaphorsChapter 6: Semantic DifferentialsChapter 7: MindsetConclusion: Summary and Implications Review Mathematical Metaphors, Memories, and Mindsets is a compelling read that provides critical information about how individuals, including future educators and children, view mathematics. Also included in this book, are examples of how our culture influences the portrayal of mathematicians and mathematics and it is rarely good. At a time when the United States is facing critical issues in STEM, understanding these issues may give us a chance to address them head-on. I highly recommend this book to anyone working in the field of education and others who care about STEM education. This book digs deep into understanding the root cause of students difficulties in mathematics. The impact of sociological ideas on students perception of mathematics and mathematicians is profound and the authors take the reader on quite the journey. This is a powerful read for educators and non-educators alike to grasp how to improve math education. Long Description United States students continue to have difficulties with the subject of mathematics. Sometimes it is believed that students arent smart enough to master mathematics or that mathematics is just too difficult for all but the chosen few. This book offers an alternative explanation: Students difficulties in mathematics can best be understood and explained social scientifically. That is, Learning Theories, Agents of Socialization, and more generally, cultural and social milieu, are relevant in trying to understand individuals ideas about mathematics. The book begins by providing an overview of the current status in mathematics education. Popular cultural portrayals of mathematics and mathematicians are examined. The book, then, delves deeper into how students perceive mathematics and mathematicians by examining how students view mathematicians, how students define mathematics, and what themes emerge from students mathematical autobiographies and their metaphors. The book describes a semantic differential, in an effort to ascertain the meanings of math that people hold and shows the different patterns of responses among various groups of people. Finally, the book delves into mathematical mindsets, a current approach to understanding mathematical identities, as well as success and failure in mathematics. Review Quote If you are looking for a thorough review of the recent issues in mathematics and mathematics education in the US then Mathematical Metaphors, Memories, and Mindsets is a great place to start. This book considers everything from popular culture and media portrayals of mathematics and mathematicians to findings of research studies. It is an excellent resource for anyone interested in understanding current issues in mathematics education. Details ISBN1475853467 Publisher Rowman & Littlefield Year 2020 ISBN-10 1475853467 ISBN-13 9781475853469 Format Hardcover Author Janelle L. Wilson Imprint Rowman & Littlefield Subtitle An Examination of Personal, Social, and Cultural Influences on the Perception of Mathematics Place of Publication Lanham, MD Country of Publication United States DEWEY 303.483 Pages 162 Language English UK Release Date 2020-04-10 NZ Release Date 2020-04-10 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2020-05-14 Publication Date 2020-03-10 US Release Date 2020-03-10 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:126961876;
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ISBN-13: 9781475853469
Book Title: Mathematical Metaphors, Memories, and Mindsets
Number of Pages: 162 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Mathematical Metaphors, Memories, and Mindsets: An Examination of Personal, Social, and Cultural Influences on the Perception of Mathematics
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Publication Year: 2020
Subject: Mathematics, Teaching
Item Height: 230 mm
Item Weight: 395 g
Type: Textbook
Author: Janelle L. Wilson, Carmen M. Latterell
Subject Area: Experimental Psychology
Item Width: 158 mm
Format: Hardcover
