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Tarr, James E.; Reys, Barbara J.; Barker, David D.; Billstein, Rick – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 2006
This article provided a general framework for reviewing mathematics textbooks, including a set of quality considerations organized around three key dimensions--Mathematics Content Emphasis, Instructional Focus, and Teacher Support. The quality considerations are intended to stimulate discussion of issues surrounding textbook selection. (Contains 4…
Descriptors: Textbooks, Textbook Selection, Mathematics Instruction, Middle Schools
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Reys, Barbara J.; Reys, Robert E.; Chavez, Oscar – Educational Leadership, 2004
Textbook selection strongly influences on what students will learn and what the teachers will teach. Certain statements regarding the process of development and selecting mathematics textbooks are given and assessed.
Descriptors: Textbook Selection, Textbooks, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematics Teachers
Reys, Barbara J.; Reys, Robert E. – Phi Delta Kappan, 2006
Mathematics textbooks are critical tools for student learning in American classrooms. Teachers use them daily to plan and deliver lessons, and students use them in class to explore and learn mathematics. Given textbooks' potential to support student learning, it is important to understand how they are developed. While pressure is growing on…
Descriptors: Textbooks, Textbook Content, Textbook Evaluation, Textbook Selection