By Cathy L. Seeley
Former NCTM president Cathy Seeley offers welcome support for administrative leaders who are seeking to improve their math programs. In this concise, highly readable book, Seeley presents an overview of what an effective program looks like and examples of
actions to take to achieve that goal.
Building a Math-Positive
Culture addresses the following topics:
- Three necessary components of a successful math program
- Ways to recognize, support, and evaluate effective teachers
- Steps to take to move from grand ideas to concrete results
- Ways to approach obstacles to achieving your goal
Along with its companion book for teachers, Making Sense of Math, this book is an essential tool for leaders facing the critical task of revising their math program to develop flexible mathematical thinkers who are capable of meeting the demands of the
21st century.
Co-published with ASCD and NCSM