Resources in Mathematics

Source
Resource
Printed Material
Books
text, reference
Literature books
Integrating literature in teaching and
learning mathematics
 Definitions
Source: thing from which something
originates (starts)
Resource:
the means available to achieve an end
Resources are a broad category of items
intended to help you succeed in your
endeavors.
 Resources in mathematics
Brainstorming: Think of resources
that you would use when you want to
teach a lesson
 Categories of Resources
Reference materials
Teaching materials
Learning materials
Tools/mediums to aid in using the
resources : electronic and non-
electronic equipment
Concrete and virtual aids for teaching
and learning
 Types of Printed Materials
Syllabus; Curriculum
Text books; Guide books; Workbooks
Revision books; Reference books
Resource books or catalogues (Where and
how to obtain resources and or how to
create resources or has ready made
resources)
 Types of Printed Materials
Activity sheets
Charts
Transparencies
Journals
Articles
Literature books (poems, songs, stories,
dramas, etc.)
 Advantages of using Printed
Materials
Brainstorming:
Advantages of using different types of
printed materials in teaching and learning
mathematics.
Cheap, permanent, illustrates from concrete
to abstract, easy to refer, can be multiplied
easily (photocopied); availability, variety.
 How to use printed materials in
teaching and learning?
Set Induction
Developmental stages
Closure
Homework
Class work
Notes: reference materials
Display: charts
 Characteristics of materials in
teaching and learning
Meets curricular and instructional needs
Is cost effective
Cosmetically and technically adequate
Cognitively challenging
Attractive
Motivates students to learn
Encourages active participation
 Benefits
Accommodates students differences (needs
and abilities)
Resulting in realisation of students
capabilities and potentials
Students take responsibility for managing
and directing their own learning
 Selection and Evaluation Guideline
Cosmetic adequacy
Instructional adequacy
Technical adequacy
Curriculum adequacy
Cost effectiveness