by Amy Lin
First published 2022
Amy Lin tackles the challenge of making mathematics accessible to every student in grades 6 through 12. She presents two core strategies that transform how teachers approach differentiated instruction: Open Questions and Parallel Tasks. These methods allow students at different skill levels to engage with the same mathematical concepts while working from their individual starting points. Lin demonstrates how teachers can move beyond one-size-fits-all lessons to create inclusive classroom discussions where all students participate meaningfully. The book spans major mathematical domains including algebra, geometry, number operations, measurement, trigonometry, data analysis, and probability. Lin provides concrete examples tied to common educational standards and offers practical guidance for teachers to develop their own differentiated materials. Her approach emphasizes building mathematical communities where students engage in conceptual conversations regardless of their entry level expertise.
Genres: education, non-fiction, mathematics, academic
Vibes: educational, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: academic, educational
240 pages · Kindle Edition · Teachers College Press