Mathematizing Student Thinking : Connecting Problem Solving to Everyday Life and Building Capable and Confident Math Learners.

Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Contents
Introduction
Chapter 1 Redefining Problems
What Is a Problem?
Strengthening the Problem
Finding Problems
Problems Used in the Classroom
Defined Problems
Ill-Defined Problems
Similarities and Differences between Defined Problems and Ill-Defined Problems
Importance of Ill-Defined Problems
Summary
Chapter 2 Understanding the Different Ways to Problem Solve
Defining Problem Solving
The Problem Solving Stages
Problem Solving Stages in Action
Problem Solving and Classroom Connections
Problem Solving and Ill-Defined Problems
Summary
Chapter 3 Moving Toward Mathematical Modelling
Modelling in Mathematics and Mathematical Modelling
Defining Mathematical Modelling
Mathematical Modelling Process
The Need for Social-Emotional Learning Skills
Cultural Relevance
The Teacher's Role
The Student's Role
Summary
Chapter 4 Understanding Ill-Defined Problems
What's Involved in Understanding the Problem
The Teacher's Role
The Student's Role
Student Work Samples
Anticipating Classroom Connections
Summary
Chapter 5 Analyzing the Situation
What's Involved in Analyzing the Situation
The Teacher's Role
The Student's Role
Student Work Samples
Anticipating Classroom Connections
Summary
Chapter 6 Creating a Mathematical Model
What's Involved in Creating a Mathematical Model
The Teacher's Role
The Student's Role
Student Work Samples
Anticipating Classroom Connections
Summary
Chapter 7 Analyzing and Assessing the Mathematical Model
What's Involved in Analyzing and Assessing the Model
The Teacher's Role
The Student's Role
Student Work Samples
Anticipating Classroom Connections
Summary
Chapter 8 Assessing Mathematical Modelling
Types of Assessment.

Assessment Strategies
Using Assessment Data
Summary
Chapter 9 Applying Mathematical Modelling Today
Summary
Glossary
References
Recommended Resources
Index.