Mathematics for Parents: Issues of Pedagogy and Content. Paper presented at ALM8

This paper focuses on three “Math for Parents ” courses that have been implemented as part of a large project on parental involvement in mathematics. The three courses were very different in terms of content (patterns/algebra; geometry; numbers / arithmetic), and in terms of pedagogical approach (from social constructivism to somewhat teacher-centered). Using the lens of research on adult learning, issues of content and pedagogy are explored. What do the participants (parents) seem to favor in terms of instructional approach? What content do they seem most interested in learning and why? These questions lead to implications for mathematics learning experiences for adults Contex