Improving mathematics instruction and supporting teacher learning in Korea through lesson study using five practices

ZDM - Mathematics Education

Volumn 48, Issue 4, 2016, Pages 471-483

  Pang, JeongSuk ^a  

^a Korea National University of Education   (South Korea)

Author keywords

Five practices for mathematical discussion; Lesson study; Professional development; Teacher learning

Indexed keywords

EID: 84976351106     PISSN: 18639690     EISSN: 18639704     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1007/s11858-016-0768-x     Document Type: Article

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