Yes, but why? Teaching for understanding in mathematics

by Ed Southall

Getting the right answers in maths is only half the problem. Understanding why what you’re doing works is the part that often stumps students and teachers alike. The essential guide for mathematics teachers and those training to teach, Yes, but why? answers all your questions, and sheds light on the hidden connections between everything in mathematics at school. This second edition ·         A new ‘Test yourself’ feature in every chapter ·         More coverage of the four operations ·         Enhanced discussion of fractions and proportionality ·         Downloadable figures for use in the classroom

Genres: Teaching, Education, Mathematics, Nonfiction

400 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 7, 2021

Reviews

[Doug · Rating 3 out of 5]

Look, the number of stars is going to depend on who you are and what you do. Are you someone starting out in a career teaching math? Stop reading this review and go buy a copy. Have you been teaching math for some time? Probably worth giving this a read to either pick up some ideas for class or feel like you're getting a pat on the back for choosing to emphasize something other than rote memorization in your classes. Not a teacher? If math felt excessively dry and unconnected when you were a student, go have a read.

[Patience Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very interesting book on teaching maths in a way that explains why. Accessible, could be used both by mathematicians and non-mathematicians, and relevant for teaching all ages and stages.

[Travis Schwan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great reference

This a book I am happy to have and use to deepen my understanding of math concepts for teaching but also to have as a reference for topics I need a refresher on.

[Roo · Rating 4 out of 5]

The title sold this book to me, I say this all the time lol. I wasn't disappointed either.

This book explained things in a way that helped me, a dyslexic, non mathematician could understand.

So useful for a teacher new to GCSE maths, I checkback into this book regularly to clarify points. It's been one of the best books I've used so far.

[Ayse Guven]

Unbelivable