Building A Math-Positive Culture

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 programWays to recognize, support, and evaluate effective teachersSteps to take to move from grand ideas to concrete resultsWays 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.