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TEACHING MATHEMATICS VOCABULARY IN CONTEXT. Miki Murray. List two ways you address the question of vocabulary in your classroom. Compare your list with a talking partner. equation. multiple. hypotenuse. expression. Why is mathematical vocabulary important?. integral. coordinates. factor. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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TEACHING MATHEMATICS VOCABULARY IN CONTEXT
Miki Murray
List two ways you address the question of vocabulary in your
classroom
Compare your list with a talking partner
Why is mathematical vocabulary important?
equation
expressionhypotenuse
factor
multiple
odds
integral
coordinates
chord
Miki Murray says, “The vocabulary focus of my classroom is not an add-on to the curriculum, or more to teach; it is a way to teach mathematics.
Comments?
She also says, “. . .avoid a rush to premature formal math language.”
What does that mean in the classroom?
For our next meeting, please read the forward and chapter one.
As you read, think about doors, windows and secret passageways!
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