Presents a method of transforming 15 mathematics students' questions expressing confusion and frustration into activities that (1) engage the hidden meaning behind the question; (2) open the dialog with students, and (3) provide a chance to interact with students on crucial issues of what is at stake in learning mathematics. (MDH)

Suggests self-assessment assignments which ask students to report on their own learning. Provides methods for building class, teaching, or student portfolios from this information. Assignments include sharing preconceptions about teaching and learning, comparing goals, creating a community of learners, generating student explanations and improving…