Blog 2

So for in math concepts I have started to understand the importance of teaching mathematics through a different approach and I also understand the purpose of the material thus far. I do see the meaning and effectiveness of reformed-based teaching in mathematics, but I struggle with the application of this. Although we have observed this method and will have a chance to demonstrate with our own lessons I feel that we need more experiences seeing other teachers in the classroom setting apply this method to mathematics. The observing of Dr. Reins has helps me to see the importance of teaching the actual concept rather than teaching a formula with symbols and numbers that become more memorized than understood. But if I had one suggestion it would be more observation time in a mathematics classroom. I will say that at times the homework and class activities put me at a blank wall, where I just don’t know what to do. I feel that working with classmates on these assignments definitely helps and it is very beneficial because we learn from one another. I am excited and interested to see how the lessons go and can’t wait to prepare my own.