ERIC Number: EJ1413608
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024
Pages: 24
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ISSN: ISSN-0021-8251
EISSN: EISSN-1945-2306
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Classroom Supports for Generalizing
Amy B. Ellis; Anne Waswa; Michael Hamilton; Kevin C. Moore; Aytug Çelik
Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, v55 n1 p7-30 2024
Generalizing is a critical aspect of mathematics learning, with researchers and policy documents highlighting generalizing as a core mathematical practice. It can also be challenging to foster in class settings, and teachers need access to better resources to teach generalizing, including an understanding of effective forms of instruction. This article proposes Classroom Supports for Generalizing (CSGs), investigating how multiple elements--such as tasks, teacher moves, student interactions, and representations--interact to meaningfully foster student generalizing. Drawing on class video data from a middle school teacher and two high school teachers, we present the CSG Framework, which identifies three categories of supports: Interactions for Generalizing, Structures for Generalizing, and Routines for Generalizing.
Descriptors: Generalization, Teaching Methods, Mathematics Instruction, Instructional Effectiveness, Learner Engagement, Classroom Communication, Algebra, Thinking Skills, Middle School Students, High School Students, Mathematics Teachers, Video Technology, Teacher Student Relationship
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education; High Schools
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Language: English
Sponsor: National Science Foundation (NSF), Division of Research on Learning in Formal and Informal Settings (DRL)
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Grant or Contract Numbers: 1920538
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