The Elephant in the Classroom - Helping Children Learn and Love Maths

Practical solutions to the question: Why do millions struggle with mathematics, and what can be done to change that for the next generation?

About the author

Jo Boaler is Professor of Mathematics Education at Stanford University and was recently chosen by the BBC as one of the eight people 'whose ideas are challenging the future of education'. She has previously taught at King's College, London, the University of Sussex and London comprehensive schools. She is the co-founder of Youcubed.org, which provides mathematics education resources to parents and teachers.

Summary

A NEW EDITION OF THE ORIGINAL BESTSELLER

'Well-researched and provides positive solutions' Times Educational Supplement

In The Elephant in the Classroom, Jo Boaler outlines what has gone wrong in mathematics education, identifying the problems facing children in classrooms today. How can children be prepared for the mathematics they will need in the future? They need to be taught to be quantitatively literate, to think flexibly and creatively and how to problem solve.

Jo Boaler offers concrete solutions for parents and teachers that will revolutionise children's experience with maths. Along with practical teaching activities, strategies and questions that can transform a child's mathematical future, she shares a range of free and accessible online resources.

'Has attracted an enthusiastic and vocal fan club among mums, dads and professionals' Daily Telegraph

Foreword

Practical solutions to the question: Why do millions struggle with mathematics, and what can be done to change that for the next generation?

Product details

• Authors: Jo Boaler, Boaler Jo
• Publisher: Souvenir Press Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback
• Released: 07.04.2022
• EAN: 9781788169349
• ISBN: 978-1-78816-934-9
• No. of pages: 272
• Dimensions: 128 mm x 196 mm x 20 mm
• Subjects: Education and learning > Schoolbooks, general education schools; Humanities, art, music > Education > School education, didactics, methodology; EDUCATION / Elementary, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Mathematics / General, Primary & middle schools, Educational: Mathematics & numeracy, Primary and middle schools, Educational: Mathematics and numeracy