Teach Math Like This, Not Like That: Four Critical Areas to Improve Student Learning

Teaching mathematics is one of the most difficult and important jobs that anyone can do. Mathematics is a critical part of education and an essential building block for problem solving skills that are needed in the real world. However, many students struggle to learn and understand mathematical concepts and educators need to do everything possible to help our students learn. This book focuses on four areas necessary to be an impactful teacher of mathematics: Planning, Pedagogy, Assessment, and Relationships. For each of the ideas presented in the book, a brief introduction will be shared and then two different perspectives will be detailed with examples. The first is Not like This which is often the traditional way of teaching mathematics or the less effective approach. The second perspective is Teach Like This which is my recommended approach based upon research and my own experience as a teacher, math coordinator, and graduate instructor of math education.

Table of Contents:
Foreword Jon R. Star, Ph.D., Professor of Education, Harvard University Acknowledgments Introduction Chapter 1: Planning Chapter 2: Pedagogy Chapter 3: Assessments Chapter 4: Relationships Conclusion: Call to Action References About the Author

About the Author :
Dr. Matthew L. Beyranevand is a K-12 Mathematics and Science Department Coordinator, an ambassador for the Global Math Project, supporter for the With Math I Can campaign, and a member of the Massachusetts STEM Advisory Council. He also serves as an adjunct professor of mathematics and education at the University of Massachusetts at Lowell and Fitchburg State University.

Review :
In Teach Math Like This, Not Like That, Matthew Beyranevand provides educators with a rich and comprehensive framework of ideas that invite, in fact, compel the educator reader to reflect deeply on his or her practices. With this book, dare yourself to take fresh new steps towards even bolder, more empathetic, and more effective teaching. Act on, and thus illustrate, the attitude of life-long reflection and life-long learning you want your students also to possess. Finally! Dr. Matthew Beyranevand, whimsical creator of the show Math With Matthew and Global Math Project Ambassador, has distilled all his scholarly research and leadership into a powerful and timely book on current math education. In the sometimes overwhelming world of professional development through conferences and social media, Matthew has written a book that simplifies and organizes all best pedagogical practices in one highly practical book. Whether you are a new elementary teacher or a seasoned high school teacher, everyone will find Matthew's classroom guidance and recommendations to strike the perfect balance between authoritative field experience and a writing style that is conversational, upbeat, and infectious. Teach Math Like This is the friendly and accessible book on effective math instruction we have all been waiting for! Dr. Beyranevand has compiled here a great collection of practical help for mathematics teachers at any point in their career. New entrants to the profession will find succinct advice on how to plan, organize, and manage a productive learning environment. Seasoned professionals will be challenged as well, to increase their outward focus, to connect with their students and the other members of the faculty at their site or in their learning communities. Bringing the same good humor, wit, and charm that can be found in his videos, Matthew connects with the very human elements that make teaching like few other professions. This will be required reading in my Teaching Methods courses and will be included in the reading lists in my Master’s Classes. Teach Math Like This provides readers with guidance and direction on planning effective mathematics lessons. Beginning teachers will find this book helpful as they attempt to navigate the planning maze. The book is very accessible and also provides teachers with many different practical approaches to address pedagogy, assessments, and relationships. Teachers will find practical ideas that can immediately be used in their mathematics classroom.