From Arithmetic to Algebra: Variables, Word Problems, Fractions and the Rules

CONTENTS OF CURRICULUM UNIT 17.05.09

  1. Unit Guide
  1. Overview
  2. Rationale
  3. Context
  4. Mathematics Background
  5. Teaching Strategies
  6. Classroom Activity
  7. Appendix 1 Implementing District Standards
  8. Notes
  9. Bibliography

Making Sense of Solving Equations Through Word Problems

Sally Yoo

Published September 2017

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Notes

  1. Jodi Wilgoren, “Algebra Project: Bob Moses Empowers Students." The New York Times.
  2. David Foster, "Algebra Crisis." Silicon Valley Math Initiative
  3. David Silver, "What Factors Predict High School Graduation in the Los Angeles." Los Angeles: California Dropout Research Project Report #14
  4. Duke Helfand, "A Formula for Failure in L.A. Schools." Latimes.com.
  5. Randolph Philipp, "The Many Uses of Algebraic Variables." The Mathematics Teacher
  6. Peter Rosnick, “Some Misconceptions Concerning the Concept of Variable.” The Mathematics Teacher
  7. Julie Booth, "Key Misconceptions in Algebraic Problem Solving." Cognitive Science Society
  8. George Polya, “How to solve it: a new aspect of mathematical method.” Princeton University Press
  9. Julia North, “Culturally relevant pedagogy: secondary mathematics in an urban classroom.” Honors Program Thesis
  10. Julia North, “Culturally relevant pedagogy: secondary mathematics in an urban classroom.” Honors Program Thesis
  11. Julia North, “Culturally relevant pedagogy: secondary mathematics in an urban classroom.” Honors Program Thesis
  12. Julia North, “Culturally relevant pedagogy: secondary mathematics in an urban classroom.” Honors Program Thesis
  13. National Governors Association Center for Best Practices, Council of Chief State School Officers. "Common Core State Standards Mathematics Electronic Edition." 2010.
  14. Standards for Mathematical Practice Common Core State Standards Initiative, "Standards for Mathematical Practice

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