What makes effective mathematic teaching and learning? This issue had been debated for years by the educationists as old as the teaching itself. Excellent students’ performance in mathematics is in line with an effective mathematics teaching and learning in the classroom. As been highlighted by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics in the United States:
“Students learn mathematics through the experiences that teachers provide. Thus, students’ understanding of mathematics, their ability to use it to solve problems, and their confidence in, and disposition toward, mathematics are all shaped by the teaching they encounter in school. The improvement of mathematics education for all students requires effective mathematics teaching in all classrooms (NCTM, 2000, p. 17 cited in __)”
Curiosity in searching for the quality mathematic teaching and learning pursue me to look for the related articles. Finally I come upon three research papers that fall into my utmost interest.I believed that the research papers will give me a clear pictures of several factors that contribute to effective teaching and learning in Mathematics.Those research papers are:
Article 1:
Wang, T., &Cai, J. (2007).United States Teachers’ View of Effective Mathematics Teaching and Learning.The International Journal on Mathematics Education. (39), 315-327. [On-line WWW]. Retrieved on February 4, 2012. Available: www.springerlink.com.ezproxy.ubd.edu.bn/content/n8wp4q42774v8475/
Article 2:
Perry, B. (2007). Australian Teachers’ View of Effective Mathematics Teaching and Learning.The International Journal on Mathematics Education. (39), 271-286. [On-line WWW]. Retrieved on February 4, 2012. Available: www.springerlink.com.ezproxy.ubd.edu.bn/content/tm6144839tlr3106/
Article 3:
Lin, P-J.,& Li, Y. (2009). Searching for Good Mathematics Instruction at Primary School Level Valued in Taiwan. The International Journal on Mathematics Education. (41), 363-378.