Reading log # 2

Date:  24/09/2012                                  Source Number: 2

Reference (APA):   Gifford, S. (2005). Teaching Mathematics 3-5. England:Open University Press.

Summary:   Teaching Mathematics 3-5 is considered one of the recent references as it was published in this millennium. It is directed to teachers, students and parents to show them how to introduce numeracy to children in the preoperational  stage (age 3-5). The language that the writer has used is simple and free from complicated theories’ terms. However, the context is supported with ideas of theorists and researchers such as Vygotsky.

Evaluation:  (connected to Questions 1 to 5 above)   2,3,4   I admire the fact that the writer include her personal experience in educating the early years children and resolving new ways to help children learn numeracy.

Notes (could include specific quotes)   A- “Research therefore  suggested that children were unlikely to learn about number through independent play. On the other hand, it seemed that children learned a great deal about spatial aspects of mathematics through individual exploration in blockplay” ( P. 2).      B-“From observing young children’s responses to mathematics learning opportunities, it is clear that they do engage with mathematics they want to learn and they enjoy learning. The children also provide clues as to how practitioners might enjoy teaching mathematics.” (P.11).

Cross References:   Quotation  A- is crossed with the quotation in reading # 1.

A topic mind map (Mathematics)

Reading # 1

Date:  19/09/2012                              Aisha     Source Number: 1

Reference (APA):   Charlesworth, R. & Lind, K. K. (2010). Math & Science for young Children. Belmont:Wadsworth/Cengage Learning.

Summary:   This is the sixth Edition of (Math & Science for young children) which means that it could be a successful and demanded book. One reason may seem that both students and teachers can benefit from it because it carries a variety of important elements to help early years students learn mathematical and scientific concepts. Furthermore, the text was developed to combine the basics of mathematics and science. These are presented by the themes and expertise that link with each other. Also, the text was organized in a way that builds and backup concepts and skills that are needed in early years because it comes in a sequence order. The fact that this book may have a big values is referred to its alignment with accredited and professional organizations such as: NAEYC, NCTM, AAAS, NSTA and NRC.

Evaluation:  (connected to Questions 1 to 5 above)   2,3,4   I Like the fact that it can be one of the eligible references in matters of lesson planning and researching by implementing some ideas of theorists like Vygotsky.

Notes (could include specific quotes)   “ Understanding is not present when children learn mathematics as isolated skills and procedures. Understanding develops through interaction with materials,…..” (p. 6)

Cross References

10 ways to be an affective student teacher.

1. Attend all classes on time.
2. Aknowledge your mentors before and after any medical appointments.
3. Always bring a note book to take important information givin by your teachers.
4. Ask and Ask and keep asking questions to clarify any ambiguous information .
5. Admit your mistakes even with in your inner thought because it will help you improve as a person and as a teacher.
6. Be an independent learner and if you do not know how to be one you can refere to your mentors or the library staff who can lead you.
7. Try to be organised which means do your home work and tasks on time. This will save you a lot of stressful moments.
8. Try to make a check list when you plan your week or deadlines.
9. Reward yourself after any accomplishment.
10. Remember, communicate with your mentors and peers because you can find keys to develop tour strong points.
     

 

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