LibGuides: ELCL6140: Multiple Representations of Mathematics Across the Curriculum: Getting Started

Background Information

Handbook of Research on Mathematics Education
Call Number: QA11 .S365 2007
While a bit dated, the second edition of the Handbook of Research on Mathematics Teaching and Learning (sponsored by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics) provides an overview on the teaching of Mathematics and examines research in the field. Look for tables for contents, headings and people. Reference lists identify prominent research.

Start with a topic that interests you.
Get Background Information
Note keywords, names, places, organizations
Develop your research question
Is your research question too broad or narrow (some prelimary searching/reading will help you determine this)
Develop a thesis statement

For example,

Topic keywords: Subtraction and pictures

Your Research Question/Interest might be: How can pictures be used to teach subtraction?

Thesis Statement: Using pictures to teach elementary students about subtraction results in improved comprehension and problem solving skills.

Developing a Strong Thesis Statement (Purdue Owl)
A helpful discussion from the Online Writing Lab at Purdue University.
Thesis Statements
A discussion of thesis statements from the Writing Center at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Keywords: A Quick Guide
Sometimes finding the right articles and resources for your class projects isn't as easy as it should be. The problem might be with the keywords you're using! Check out this quick introduction to finding the right search terms for your research!