My co-author and I were interviewed on a podcast, that also featured a math teacher talking about math education. The basic topic was traditionally taught math—what is it, what does it consist of, and how do parents know what kind of math their kids are being taught?
Hi Barry, I'm not sure where to post this, so sorry for the odd placement of this question.
I am using the ebook version of your text. In the final chapter of the Primary chapter (proportions), I think there is a typo. it tells the reader abotu how to find a vairable in a fraction by cross multiplication. It shows \frac{32}{20}=\frac{x}{10} as equivalent to {20x}={32}*{20} = {20x}={320}, which is not correct.
I love the book and will rely heavily on it as I embark on a new journey of teaching secondary maths from 2024.
Thank you; we have caught that error, and I have a list of corrections that we've given to the publisher. The second edition will correct that. It should have said 32 * 10, not 32 * 20 as you pointed out.
I'm glad you like the book! Please spread the word. Where do you teach?
Great to know and thanks for the quick response. I teach in rural South Australia. It's a lovely part of the world. I have been spreading the workd and will continue to, but am doing so in the teeth of resistance from the cult of inquiry learning that has gripped our school. I have made some progress though!
Do you have any recommendations for text books or resources for teaching Grade 8 and 9 (your book covers Grade 8 Algebra, of course). I have just accepted an offer to teach Middle Years Maths, after 12 year of Primary education. I am putting together a portfolio, including the great stuff out of the English NCETM, but any pointers would be of immense value. It's hard to find anything in Australia that isn't inquiry based.
I don't know of grade 9 math books offhand but can search around; would this be for geometry? You might contact Greg Ashman who lives in Ballarat Australia and is involved with math and science education. He has a blog called "Filling the Pail". You may have heard of him.
In the meantime, if you provide an email, I can send you an errata sheet for "Traditional Math" so you can correct the errors in the book.
I think I came across your work through reading Greg Ashman, him or Marty Ross. They, along with your work, have been very influential on me and I am a better teacher for having discovered you all. I will do as you suggest and reach out to them both. I am after anything at all that will help me ensure the children get the maths they are entitled to.
Hi Barry, I'm not sure where to post this, so sorry for the odd placement of this question.
I am using the ebook version of your text. In the final chapter of the Primary chapter (proportions), I think there is a typo. it tells the reader abotu how to find a vairable in a fraction by cross multiplication. It shows \frac{32}{20}=\frac{x}{10} as equivalent to {20x}={32}*{20} = {20x}={320}, which is not correct.
I love the book and will rely heavily on it as I embark on a new journey of teaching secondary maths from 2024.
Aaron
Thank you; we have caught that error, and I have a list of corrections that we've given to the publisher. The second edition will correct that. It should have said 32 * 10, not 32 * 20 as you pointed out.
I'm glad you like the book! Please spread the word. Where do you teach?
Great to know and thanks for the quick response. I teach in rural South Australia. It's a lovely part of the world. I have been spreading the workd and will continue to, but am doing so in the teeth of resistance from the cult of inquiry learning that has gripped our school. I have made some progress though!
Do you have any recommendations for text books or resources for teaching Grade 8 and 9 (your book covers Grade 8 Algebra, of course). I have just accepted an offer to teach Middle Years Maths, after 12 year of Primary education. I am putting together a portfolio, including the great stuff out of the English NCETM, but any pointers would be of immense value. It's hard to find anything in Australia that isn't inquiry based.
I don't know of grade 9 math books offhand but can search around; would this be for geometry? You might contact Greg Ashman who lives in Ballarat Australia and is involved with math and science education. He has a blog called "Filling the Pail". You may have heard of him.
In the meantime, if you provide an email, I can send you an errata sheet for "Traditional Math" so you can correct the errors in the book.
I think I came across your work through reading Greg Ashman, him or Marty Ross. They, along with your work, have been very influential on me and I am a better teacher for having discovered you all. I will do as you suggest and reach out to them both. I am after anything at all that will help me ensure the children get the maths they are entitled to.
My email is theblinddog@mac.com
Thanks again,
Aaron