A Primer for Mathematical Modeling

Autor/in	Sole, Marla
Titel	A Primer for Mathematical Modeling
Quelle	In: Journal of Mathematics Education at Teachers College, 4 (2013) 2, S.44-49 (6 Seiten) PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	2156-1400
Schlagwörter	Mathematical Models; Common Core State Standards; Mathematics Activities; Problem Solving; Relevance (Education); Barriers; Teaching Methods; Educational Practices; Educational Strategies; Curriculum Design + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Mathematical model; Mathematisches Modell; Common core curriculum; Curriculum; Kerncurriculum; Problemlösen; Relevance; Relevanz; Teaching method; Lehrmethode; Unterrichtsmethode; Bildungspraxis; Lehrstrategie; Lehrplangestaltung
Abstract	With the implementation of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics recommendations and the adoption of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, modeling has moved to the forefront of K-12 education. Modeling activities not only reinforce purposeful problem-solving skills, they also connect the mathematics students learn in school with the mathematics they will use outside of school. Instructors have found mathematical modeling difficult to teach. To successfully incorporate modeling activities I believe that curricular changes should be accompanied by professional development for curriculum developers, classroom teachers, and higher education professionals. This article serves as an introduction to modeling by defining mathematical modeling, outlining the steps to construct a model, and providing an example that illustrates the iterative non-linear process. Key to teaching modeling is the ability to understand how the modeling process differs from problem-solving activities, which this article discusses. This article describes the benefits and challenges of incorporating mathematical models. The overarching aim of this article is to serve as a primer to aid with the implementation of curricular reforms that call for an increased focus on modeling activities. (As Provided).
Anmerkungen	Program in Mathematics and Education, Teachers College, Columbia University. 525 West 120th Street Box 210-M, New York, NY 10027. Web site: http://www.tc.columbia.edu/jmetc
Erfasst von	ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC
Update	2020/1/01