About this ebook
Creating a math classroom filled with confident problem solvers starts by introducing challenges discovered in the real world, not by presenting a sequence of prescribed problems, says Gerald Aungst.
In this groundbreaking book, he offers a thoughtful approach for instilling a culture of learning in your classroom through five powerful, yet straightforward principles: Conjecture, Collaboration, Communication, Chaos, and Celebration.
Aungst shows you how to
- Embrace collaboration and purposeful chaos to help students engage in productive struggle, using non-routine and unsolved problems
- Put each chapter’s principles into practice through a variety of strategies, activities, and by incorporating technology tools
- Introduce substantive, lasting cultural changes in your classroom through a manageable, gradual shift in processes and behaviors
Five Principles of the Modern Mathematics Classroom offers new ideas for inspiring math students by building a more engaging and collaborative learning environment.
"Bravo! This book brings a conceptual framework for K-12 mathematics to life. As a parent and as the executive director of Edutopia, I commend Aungst for sharing his 5 principles. This is a perfect blend of inspiring and practical. Highly recommended!"Cindy Johanson, Executive Director, Edutopia
George Lucas Educational Foundation
"Aungst ignites the magic of mathematics by reminding us what makes mathematicians so passionate about their subject matter. Grounded in research, his work takes us on a journey into classrooms so that we may take away tips to put into practice today."
Erin Klein, Teacher, Speaker, and Author of Redesigning Learning Spaces
About the author
Gerald Aungst has nearly 30 years experience as a professional educator, specializing in design thinking, computer science, mathematics, gifted education, and digital technology. In his various roles as a classroom teacher, gifted support specialist, administrator, curriculum designer, and professional developer, he has worked to create a rich and vibrant learning culture. Gerald is a founder of AllAboutExplorers.com and GamifyED.net.Since 2016, Gerald has served as the gifted support and STEM teacher at Cheltenham Elementary School in the Cheltenham School District, Pennsylvania. He led the development and launch of the school’s makerspace, and worked on the team developing the district’s K-12 computer science curriculum. Gerald is also an adjunct faculty member at Holy Family University in Philadelphia and the University of Iowa.An experienced speaker, Mr. Aungst gave the keynote address at the 2016 EIRC Gifted and Talented Learning Fair. He was also a member of the keynote panel and a featured presenter at Digital Learning Day 2013. He has presented on a wide range of topics including curiosity, makerspaces, and gamification at many regional and national conferences, including ISTE, Educon, NAGC, PCTM, PETE&C, ITEC, FETC, and Carnegie-Mellon University.Gerald holds a bachelor’s degree from Penn State University and a master of education degree from Widener University. You can find him on Twitter at @geraldaungst and on the web at www.geraldaungst.com.
