ERIC Number: EJ848494
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2004
Pages: 7
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ISSN: ISSN-1062-9017
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Getting Everyone Involved in Family Math
Freiberg, Melissa R.
Mathematics Educator, v14 n1 p35-41 2004
Teachers from the departments of Mathematics and Computer Science, and Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater collaboratively developed and implemented an evening math event, "Family Math Fun Night," at local elementary schools. As an assignment, preservice elementary teachers developed hands-on mathematical activities, adaptable for different ages and abilities, to engage children and parents. The pre-service elementary teachers presented a variety of activities at each school site to small groups of families and school personnel. This paper outlines the purpose, structure, and benefits of the project for all its participants. (Contains 1 endnote.)
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Mathematics Activities, Mathematics Teachers, Learning Activities, Mathematics Education, Teaching Methods, Family Involvement, Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary School Teachers, Experiential Learning, College School Cooperation
Mathematics Education Student Association, University of Georgia. 105 Aderhold Hall, Athens, GA 30602. Tel: 706-542-4194; Fax: 706-542-4551; e-mail: mesaprez@gmail.com; Web site: http://math.coe.uga.edu/Mesa/MESA.html
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Education; Higher Education
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Language: English
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