Research on effective teaching is described. Comparisons of expert and novice teachers reveal a profile of expertise in elementary mathematics instruction. How lessons are planned and presented is discussed. (MNS)

The model of instruction proposed by Good and Grouws as an outcome of their research is the focus of this report prepared for teachers in Wisconsin. In chapter 1, the topic discussed is "Effective Mathematics Teaching in the Elementary Grades." Sections are devoted to key instructional behaviors, development, seatwork, homework, special…

Teaching is an applied science derived from research in human learning and behavior. The science of teaching is based on cause-effect relationships existing in three categories of teacher decisionmaking (content, learner behavior, and teaching behaviors). Several "templates" can be used to describe, interpret, and evaluate either…