Transitions Between Contexts of Mathematical Practices (Hardcover)

Acknowledgements. List of Contributors. Editors' Prelude: Researching mathematics learning: the need for a new approach. 1. Mathematics learners in transition; G. de Abreu, et al. 2. Immigrant children learning mathematics in mainstream schools; N. Gorgorio, et al. 3. The transition experience of immigrant secondary school students: dilemmas and decisions; A. Bishop. 4. Thinking about mathematical learning with Cabo Verde Ardinas; M. Santos, J.F. Matos. 5. Exploring ways parents participate in their children's school mathematical learning: cases studies in multiethnic primary schools; G. de Abreu, et al. 6. Transitions between Home and School Mathematics: Rays of Hope Amidst the Passing Clouds; M. Civil, R. Andrade. Editor's Interlude: Theoretical orientations to transitions. 7. Towards a cultural psychology perspective on transitions Between contexts of mathematical practices; G. de Abreu. 8. Mathematical acculturation, cultural conflicts, and transition; A. Bishop. 9. Shifts in meaning during transitions; N. Presmeg. Editor's Postlude: The sociocultural mediation of transition. Author Index. Subject Index.