Teaching Mathematics to Middle School Students with Learning Difficulties

A highly practical resource for special educators and classroom teachers, this book provides specific instructional guidance illustrated with vignettes, examples, and sample lesson plans. Every chapter is grounded in research and addresses the nuts and bolts of teaching math to students who are not adequately prepared for the challenging middle school curriculum. Presented are a range of methods for helping struggling learners build their understanding of foundational concepts, master basic skills, and develop self-directed problem-solving strategies. While focusing on classroom instruction, the book also includes guidelines for developing high-quality middle school mathematics programs and evaluating their effectiveness.


Author: Marjorie Montague
Publisher: Guilford Publications
Published: 06/01/2006
Pages: 178
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.77lbs
Size: 9.94h x 6.98w x 0.53d
ISBN13: 9781593853068
ISBN10: 1593853068
BISAC Categories:
- Education | Special Education | Learning Disabilities
- Education | Teaching | Subjects | Mathematics
- Education | Schools | Levels | Secondary

About the Author
Marjorie Montague, PhD, is a Professor of Special Education at the University of Miami, where she directs the graduate programs in learning, attention, and behavior disorders.

Asha K. Jitendra, PhD, is a Professor and Coordinator of Special Education at Lehigh University, where she is also on the faculty of the Center for Promoting Research to Practice--School, Families, and Communities.

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