On Enhancing Teachers' Knowledge by Constructing Cases in Classrooms.

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Title: On Enhancing Teachers' Knowledge by Constructing Cases in Classrooms.
Language: English
Authors: Lin, Pi-Jen
Source: Journal of Mathematics Teacher Education. 2002 5(4):317-349.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 33
Publication Date: 2002
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Case Studies, Classroom Research, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematics Teachers, Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Professional Development, Reflective Teaching
Geographic Terms: Taiwan
ISSN: 1386-4416
Abstract: Explores a way to enhance teachers' knowledge in Taiwan. Constructs cases involving episodes and issues from real classroom events as part of a school-based professional development project. Discusses the effects of the process of constructing these cases on teachers' awareness of students' difficulties in learning mathematics, pedagogical content knowledge, and the ability to reflect upon classroom practices. (Author/KHR)
Entry Date: 2003
Accession Number: EJ659907
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Explores a way to enhance teachers' knowledge in Taiwan. Constructs cases involving episodes and issues from real classroom events as part of a school-based professional development project. Discusses the effects of the process of constructing these cases on teachers' awareness of students' difficulties in learning mathematics, pedagogical content knowledge, and the ability to reflect upon classroom practices. (Author/KHR)
ISSN:1386-4416