TY - BOOK AU - Southall,Ed TI - Yes, but why?: teaching for understanding in mathematics SN - 9781526492500 AV - QA11.2 SOU PY - 2021/// PB - Corwin, a SAGE Company KW - Mathematics KW - Study and teaching N1 - Includes index; Types of numbers (part 1) -- The four operations: addition and subtraction -- The four operations: multiplication and division -- Angles and shapes -- Types of numbers (part 2) -- Fractions -- Proportionality -- Measurement -- Algebra -- Statistics and probability -- Functions and linear graphs -- The Pythagorean Theorem and trigonometry -- Answers to the test yourself questions N2 - Getting the right answers in maths is only half the problem. Understanding why what you're doing works is the part that often stumps students and teachers alike. The essential guide for mathematics teachers and those training to teach, Yes, but why? answers all your questions, and sheds light on the hidden connections between everything in mathematics at school. This second edition includes: A new 'Test yourself' feature in every chapter More coverage of the four operations Enhanced discussion of fractions and proportionality Downloadable figures for use in the classroom. -- Provided by publisher ER -