A highly practical resource for special educators and classroom teachers, this book provides specific instructional
guidance illustrated with vignettes, examples, and sample lesson plans. Every chapter is grounded in research and
addresses the nuts and bolts of teaching math to students who are not adequately prepared for the challenging middle
school curriculum. Presented are a range of methods for helping struggling learners build their understanding of
foundational concepts, master basic skills, and develop self-directed problem-solving strategies. While focusing
on classroom instruction, the book also includes guidelines for developing high-quality middle school mathematics
programs and evaluating their effectiveness.