Work Smarter, Not Harder: A Framework for Math Teaching and Learning

by Teruni Lamberg

Overview

Help your students learn math and get results by working smarter, not harder! This book provides a research-based, classroom-tested framework that helps make teaching easier. Learn how to design your classroom physical space, develop productive routines, plan effective lessons and facilitate meaningful discussions by using formative assessment to help students learn.

This framework naturally integrates the Standards for Mathematical Practice in the Common Core Standards into the process of teaching. Spend your time working smarter not harder to get results in student learning!

This book is perfect for individual teachers, Professional Learning Communities (PLC’s), math coaches, for pre-service or in-service math methods courses.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781475853797
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	11/08/2019
Pages:	138
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.44(d)

About the Author

Dr. Teruni Lamberg is an Associate Professor of Mathematics at the University of Nevada. She has held many leadership positions and was the Principal Investigator of the Nevada Mathematics Project.

Table of Contents

List of Video Clips

Preface

Acknowledgements

Chapter 1- Whole Class Discussion Framework

Chapter 2- Design the Physical Space For Discussions

Chapter3- Classroom Routines for Discussions

Chapter 4- Optimize Learning through Planning

Chapter 5- Third Level Of Planning: What Do We Talk About?

Chapter 6- The Discussion: Three Levels Of Sense Making

Chapter 7- Reflect and Improve Teaching to Support Learning

References

About the Author

Editorial Reviews

Nationally-known scholar Teruni Lamberg provides an update to her popular whole class discussion book. New videos and a deeper dive into formative assessment highlight this new edition as Dr. Lamberg shares research-based strategies in a framework that would benefit teachers at all levels. This book works particularly well in a book club, professional development setting or a math methods course.” —Jeff Shih, PhD, Professor of Mathematics Education, University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Board Member, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

“The framework in Work Smarter, Not Harder acknowledges the complexities of teaching in practice. Both experienced and novice teachers will find a rich guide in this book to help them create classroom environments where mathematical discussions can thrive. Classroom routines and the physical environment are clearly addressed. The resource contains many specific examples, including videos, to help teachers examine their assessment and their planning practices, to ensure that they are effectively supporting children’s learning of mathematics.” —Tracy Goodson-Espy, Professor of Curriculum & Instruction (Mathematics Education); Co-Director of the Middle and Secondary Graduate Certificate Program, Appalachian State University

“Work Smarter, Not Harder is a wonderful resource written by an amazing educator. Work Smarter, Not Harder gives the reader a framework to guide a powerful mathematics discussion. The designed framework is there to guide and empower conversations that can happen in the classroom when the educator has planned and considered the big mathematical idea within the unit, topic or lesson. Meaningful discussions help engage, build confidence and motivation in our students love for math. It is a must read!” —Channon Toles, Elementary Mathematics Instructional Coach, Washoe County School District

“Visiting classrooms with Dr. Lamberg gave me the opportunity to observe her research implemented in the classrooms. The framework is simple in structure, but deeply rooted in student learning. It allows students the opportunity to connect ideas, therefore increasing their depth of mathematical thinking.” —Kathy Dees, Professional Development at Clark County School District; Professional Development Coordinator, Southern Nevada, Regional Professional Development Coordinator, Las Vegas

“Work Smarter, Not Harder is a must-have resource for educators at all levels from pre-service to veteran. Using simple strategies presented in the book, I have seen my class move to an effective and efficient student-centered classroom. In addition to this, the students in my class now see the benefit of the concepts being presented and take ownership of their learning.” —Carrie Hair, teacher, Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching Award Winner, Nevada

From the Publisher

Work Smarter, Not Harder is a wonderful resource written by an amazing educator. Work Smarter, Not Harder gives the reader a framework to guide a powerful mathematics discussion. The designed framework is there to guide and empower conversations that can happen in the classroom when the educator has planned and considered the big mathematical idea within the unit, topic or lesson. Meaningful discussions help engage, build confidence and motivation in our students love for math. It is a must read!

Channon Toles

Visiting classrooms with Dr. Lamberg gave me the opportunity to observe her research implemented in the classrooms. The framework is simple in structure, but deeply rooted in student learning. It allows students the opportunity to connect ideas, therefore increasing their depth of mathematical thinking.

Kathy Dees

Nationally-known scholar Teruni Lamberg provides an update to her popular whole class discussion book. New videos and a deeper dive into formative assessment highlight this new edition as Dr. Lamberg shares research-based strategies in a framework that would benefit teachers at all levels. This book works particularly well in a book club, professional development setting or a math methods course.

Jeff Shih

The framework in Work Smarter, Not Harder acknowledges the complexities of teaching in practice. Both experienced and novice teachers will find a rich guide in this book to help them create classroom environments where mathematical discussions can thrive. Classroom routines and the physical environment are clearly addressed. The resource contains many specific examples, including videos, to help teachers examine their assessment and their planning practices, to ensure that they are effectively supporting children’s learning of mathematics.

Tracy Goodson-Espy

Work Smarter, Not Harder is a must-have resource for educators at all levels from pre-service to veteran. Using simple strategies presented in the book, I have seen my class move to an effective and efficient student-centered classroom. In addition to this, the students in my class now see the benefit of the concepts being presented and take ownership of their learning.

Carrie Hair