Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: An Activity Approach
Chapter 1: Problem Solving
1.1 Introduction to Problem Solving
1.2 Patterns and Problem Solving
1.3 Problem Solving with Algebra
Chapter 2: Sets, Functions, and Reasoning
2.1 Sets and Venn Diagrams
2.2 Functions, Coordinates, and Graphs
2.3 Introduction to Deductive Reasoning
Chapter 3: Whole Numbers
3.1 Numeration Systems
3.2 Addition and Subtraction
3.3 Multiplication
3.4 Division and Exponents
Chapter 4: Number Theory
4.1 Factors and Multiples
4.2 Greatest Common Factor and Least Common Multiple
Chapter 5: Integers and Fractions
5.1 Integers
5.2 Introduction to Fractions
5.3 Operations with Fractions
Chapter 6: Decimals: Rational and Irrational Numbers
6.1 Decimals and Rational Numbers
6.2 Operations with Decimals
6.3 Ratio, Percent, and Scientific Notation
6.4 Irrational and Real Numbers
Chapter 7: Statistics
7.1 Collecting and Graphing Data
7.2 Describing and Analyzing Data
7.3 Sampling, Predictions, and Simulations
Chapter 8: Probability
8.1 Single-Stage Experiments
8.2, 8.2 Multistage Experiments
Chapter 9: Geometric Figures
9.1 Plane Figures
9.2 Polygons and Tessellations
9.3 Space Figures
9.4 Symmetric Figures
Chapter 10: Measurement
10.1 Systems of Measurement
10.2 Area and Perimeter
10.3 Volume and Surface Area
Chapter 11: Motions in Geometry
11.1 Congruence and Constructions
11.2 Congruence Mappings
11.3 Similarity Mappings
References for Research Statements by Chapter
Answers to Selected Math Activities
Answers to Odd-Numbered Exercises and Problems and Chapter Tests