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This commentary chapter examines the four chapters in this section, which focus on connecting abstract algebra to secondary mathematics, from both practitioner and research-based viewpoints of their interrelated themes and implications for curriculum, research, and faculty professional development. In the context of making mathematical connections between abstract algebra and secondary mathematics explicit, this commentary reflects on the learning goals for preservice secondary mathematics teachers (PSMTs), curricular goals for PSMTs, and the implications of these efforts that include calls both for further research and for addressing the professional development needs of faculty.
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Álvarez, J.A.M., White, D. (2018). Making Mathematical Connections Between Abstract Algebra and Secondary Mathematics Explicit: Implications for Curriculum, Research, and Faculty Professional Development. In: Wasserman, N. (eds) Connecting Abstract Algebra to Secondary Mathematics, for Secondary Mathematics Teachers. Research in Mathematics Education. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-99214-3_9
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