Springer Exploring Mathematical Modeling with Young Learners (Early Mathematics Learning and Development)

This book conceptualizes the nature of mathematical modeling in the early grades from both teaching and learning perspectives. Mathematical modeling provides a unique opportunity to engage elementary students in the creative process of mathematizing their world.A diverse community of internationally known researchers and practitioners share studies that advance the field with respect to the following themes:  The Nature of Mathematical Modeling in the Early Grades Content Knowledge and Pedagogy for Mathematical Modeling Student Experiences as Modelers Teacher Education and Professional Development in Modeling Experts in the field provide commentaries that extend and connect ideas presented across chapters. This book is an invaluable resource in illustrating what all young children can achieve with mathematical modeling and how we can support teachers and families in this important work. Review “This book is an invaluable resource … . recommended for both those conducting research in mathematical modeling pedagogy as well as elementary teachers who would like to incorporate mathematical modeling in their classroom. This could also be used as a supplemental textbook for a graduate level mathematics education student studying elementary mathematics education. … provides the reader with a broad overview of the major issues and challenges facing the field of teaching and learning mathematical modeling to young learners.” (Blain Patterson, MAA Reviews, September 20, 2021) “This book makes an excellent contribution to the mathematical modeling literature. The chapters in this book are focused on areas of interest for research on mathematical modeling. … Exploring Mathematical Modeling with Young Learners is a great resource for those interested in mathematical modeling and rich mathematics education experiences for young learners. … Research and implementation of mathematical modeling with young learners will continue to grow, and this book provides direction and guidance for this work.” (Micah Stohlmann, Educational Studies in Mathematics, August 18, 2021) From the Back Cover This book conceptualizes the nature of mathematical modeling in the early grades from both teaching and learning perspectives. Mathematical modeling provides a unique opportunity to engage elementary students in the creative process of mathematizing their world.A diverse community of internationally known researchers and practitioners share studies that advance the field with respect to the following themes:  The Nature of Mathematical Modeling in the Early Grades Content Knowledge and Pedagogy for Mathematical Modeling Student Experiences as Modelers Teacher Education and Professional Development in Modeling Experts in the field provide commentaries that extend and connect ideas presented across chapters. This book is an invaluable resource in illustrating what all young children can achieve with mathematical modeling and how we can support teachers and families in this important work. About the Author Jennifer Suh is a Professor in the Graduate School of Education, College of Education and Human Development, George Mason University. Dr. Suh teaches mathematics methods courses in the Elementary Education Program and mathematics leadership courses for the Mathematics Specialist Masters and Ph.D Programs.  She directs the Center for Outreach in Mathematics Professional Learning and Educational Technology, COMPLETE, a joint center between the College of Education and the College of Science. Her research focuses on: Implementing Lesson Study to develop pedagogical mathematics knowledge across the continuum from pre-service teachers to mathematics teacher leaders; Building children's development of mathematical meaning through math modeling and representational fluency; Promoting equitable access to 21st century skills through problem-based learning encouraging creativity, critical thinking, com