Post written by Kelly Davila Vargas
In the course Mathematics – Elementary and Middle Years: Curriculum and Pedagogy, teacher candidates from the Middle Years/Self-Regulated Learning cohort explore innovative strategies to help students connect mathematics to their daily lives and the world around them. A key approach emphasized in the course is the use of storytelling, which provides meaningful and authentic contexts for students to engage with mathematical ideas. Stories can delve into mathematical concepts such as numbers, fractions, patterns, shapes and measurements, data, and financial literacy. By weaving mathematics into narratives, educators create learning experiences that highlight the relevance of math in students’ lives, fostering deeper understanding and engagement.
The “Math through Storytelling” display supports this purpose, offering teacher candidates the opportunity to interact with stories in class and find creative ways to integrate them into their practicum, making mathematics both accessible and inspiring for students.
A few of the books on display:
Number Sense
Fractions & Ratios
Patterns
Shapes & Measurements
Data
Financial Literacy
