Spatial Thinking: Everyday Activities in the Classroom
Written by Julie Julian, Instructional Coach “Spatial thinking, or reasoning, involves the location and movements of objects and ourselves, either mentally or physically, in space. It is not a single ability or process but actually refers to a considerable number of concepts, tools and processes.” –National Research Council, 2006 WHY make it an everyday part of your classroom routine: · There is a strong connection between spatial thinking and mathematical performance · Spatial thinking can be improved through education and experience · Schools play an important role in fostering spatial reasoning in a currently underserved area · Spatial reasoning provides multiple entry points to explore mathematics in an inclusive way Have the students work collaboratively to: · Visualize · ...