Primary Mathematics
Integrating Theory with Practice

Primary Mathematics: Integrating Theory with Practice is a comprehensive introduction to teaching mathematics in Australian primary schools.

Penelope Baker (Author), Rosemary Callingham (Author), Tracey Muir (Author)

9781009265171, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 7 September 2023

464 pages
25 x 20.5 x 2 cm, 1.05 kg

Primary Mathematics: Integrating Theory with Practice is a comprehensive introduction to teaching mathematics in Australian primary schools. Closely aligned with the Australian Curriculum, it provides a thorough understanding of measurement, geometry, patterns and algebra, data and statistics, and chance and probability. The fourth edition provides support for educators in key aspects of teaching: planning, assessment, digital technologies, diversity in the classroom and integrating mathematics content with other learning areas. It also features a new chapter on the role of education support in the mathematics classroom. Each chapter has been thoroughly revised and is complemented by classroom snapshots demonstrating practical application of theories, activities to further understanding and reflection questions to guide learning. New in this edition are 'Concepts to consider', which provide a guided explanation and further discussion of key concepts to support pre- and in-service teachers' learning and teaching of the fundamentals of mathematics.

1. Teaching mathematics today with tomorrow in mind
2. Exploring early mathematical development
3. Exploring measurement
4. Exploring geometry
5. Exploring whole number computation
6. Part-whole numbers and proportional reasoning
7. Exploring patterns and algebra
8. Exploring data and statistics
9. Exploring chance and probability
10. Capitalising on assessment for, of and as learning
11. Planning for mathematics teaching in the 21st century classroom
12. Diversity in the primary mathematics classroom
13. General capabilities and cross-curriculum priorities
14. STEM in the primary setting
15. Surviving as an 'out of field' teacher of mathematics
16. Teaching mathematics beyond the urban areas
17. Digital technologies in the mathematics classroom
18. Education support roles
19. Becoming a teacher of mathematics.

Subject Areas: Philosophy & theory of education [JNA]