Teaching Math with Systematic and Explicit Instruction

By Bradley S. Witzel and Sarah R. Powell

Math achievement takes more than effort--it requires aligning instruction with how students acquire, build, retain, and apply knowledge. Drawing on cutting-edge research, this timely book shows educators how to leverage research-validated practices and approaches to make math more accessible and meaningful to all K-12 learners. The authors explain the principles of explicit instruction and delve into specific strategies for teaching math language and representations, fluency, word-problem solving, and other key areas. Designed for utility, chapters include lesson planning guidance, clear steps to follow, instructional dos and don'ts, and "math-tivities" that help teachers build and apply new skills.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1462564879
• ISBN13: 9781462564873
• Release Date: December 2026
• Publisher: Guilford Publications
• Length: 236 Pages