Essentials of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers A Contemporary Approach

When you buy a new copy of Essentials Version, you're not just getting a text, you're getting access to a complete package of online active learning resources-resources designed to help you build confidence in mathematics. When purchased separately these resources would cost you $20, but they're yours for FREE when you buy a new copy of the text!Here's what you get:EManipulative Activities The Essential Version eManipulatives offer you the convenience of an online resource. These virtual Manipulatives are similar to physical manipulatives frequently used to teach mathematics (for elementary through secondary) and for pre-service students. They are designed to develop key mathematical concepts by allowing you to actively work with virtual manipulatives such as the geoboard, base ten blocks, black and red chips, pattern blocks, and other tools.Spreadsheet Activities and Tutorial These online spreadsheet activities walk you through spreadsheets step by step. The tutorial explains how to use spreadsheets and contains examples, exercises, and problems.A Guide to Problem Solving This online resource contains over 200 creative problems keyed to the strategies in the textbook. It features solutions, discussions, clues, and practice problems.The Geometera?s SketchpadA? Activities and Tutorial These dynamic activities allow you to work through selected problems using JavaSketchpad TM exercises, which were created from The Geometera?s Sketchpada?s award-winning learning environment. The activities encourage you to broaden your mathematical understanding and your use of technology in the classroom. An online tutorial explains how to use the software.Add More! The Book Companion Web Site www.wiley.com/college/musser) also features: An introduction to LOGO An introduction to the TI-83 Graphing Calculator Using Childrena?s Literature Tutorial Links to NCTM Standards and other resourcesMusser, Gary L. is the author of 'Essentials of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers A Contemporary Approach', published 2003 under ISBN 9780471455868 and ISBN 0471455865.