Typically, most people don-t realize when and how they can use the mathematics they were taught in high school - yet many of the mathematical ideas and skills can be a powerful tool for understanding how the world works. Learning and Teaching for Mathematical Literacy addresses this situation, offering practical strategies for developing a broader vision of mathematical literacy in the classroom and recognising the importance of maintaining these skills into adult life. Linked to the material explored throughout this book, classroom activities and lesson materials are freely available for use via the QR codes included in each chapter.
Filled with case studies and classroom activities, chapters tackle several topics:
- Describing a framework for a broader vision of mathematical literacy - what is it, and why is it important?
- Teaching mathematical literacy in the classroom
- Applying mathematical literacy to -real life- scenarios: My dad is buying a
