Classroom Discourse by: Yvonne, E'K and Maria

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Classroom Discourseby Yvonne, E.K and Maria
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NCTM

• Reform Mathematics Education
• Develop Discourse Community

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Classroom Discourse

• Discourse is both the way ideas are exchanged and
  what the ideas entail.

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Discourse CommunityWhy?

• More diverse and stimulating mathematical tasks
• Discussion and sharing of ideas

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Roles complementing each other

• Teacher
• Listener
• Observer
• Facilitator
• Focus on discourse process

• Student
• Inquiry learner
• Sharing ideas
• Teaching each other
• Focus on content

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Teacher facilitating student thinking

• Listen and observe
• Acknowledge and reiterate
• Encourage alternate strategies/possibilities
• Expand thinking

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Tools used in discourse

• Base 10 blocks
• Overhead Projector/monkey transparency
• Chocolate box

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Conclusion

• Traditional role vs. emerging role
• Real life application
• Professional development