Abstract
Focusing on the use of language is a crucial strategy in good mathematics teaching and a teacher’s guidance can assist students to master the language of mathematics. This article discusses the statements with reference to recent year 7 and 9 NAPLAN numeracy tests. It draws the readers’ attention to the complexities of language in the field of mathematics. Although this article refers to NAPLAN numeracy tests it also offers advice about good teaching practice.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 49-53 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Literacy Learning: The Middle Years |
| Volume | 19 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| Publication status | Published - 2011 |