A Focus on Fractions is a groundbreaking effort to make the mathematics education research on how students develop their understanding of fraction concepts readily accessible and understandable to pre- and in-service K– 8 mathematics educators. Using extensive annotated samples of student work, as well as vignettes characteristic of classroom teachers’ experiences, this book equips educators with the knowledge and tools to reveal students’ thinking so that they can modify their teaching and improve student learning of fraction concepts. A Focus on Fractions 2nd edition includes sections on the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics and the Ongoing Assessment Project (OGAP) Fraction Framework integrated into each chapter as well as a new chapter on the OGAP Fraction Progression and how it can be used for formative assessment purposes. This updated edition assists teachers in translating research findings into their classroom practice by conveying detailed information about how students develop fraction understandings. Additional images and examples serve to flesh out and supplement the newly-introduced concepts in this updated and expanded edition. Special Features:
This is Book 17 in the Studies in Mathematical Thinking and Learning Series Series. See all Studies in Mathematical Thinking and Learning Series books here.
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Marjorie M. Petit is an educational consultant in mathematics instruction and assessment and has provided leadership in the development and ongoing implementation of the Ongoing Assessment Project (OGAP).
Robert E. Laird is a research associate with the Vermont Mathematics Initiative at the University of Vermont and a member of the OGAP leadership team.
Elizabeth T. Hulbert is an educational consultant in mathematics instruction and assessment and a co-director of OGAPMath LLC. Elizabeth provides leadership to the OGAP National Professional Development Team.
Marjorie M. Petit is an educational consultant in mathematics instruction and assessment and a co-director of OGAPMath LLC.
Caroline B. Ebby, Ph.D.
