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A Linguistic Basis for Student Difficulties with Algebra.
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Burton, Martha B. – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1988
A major component of student difficulty with algebra is the inability to make sense of the algebra symbol system as a language. Accordingly, remedies should be sought by considering algebra in a linguistic sense. (PK)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Communication Skills, Linguistics
Context and Creation in the Learning of Computer Programming.
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Hancock, Chris – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1988
Described and critiqued are two ideas which have proven valuable in teaching programming at the introductory level, the mental model and the programming plan. (PK)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Science, Computer Science Education
Learning Mathematics in a Second Language: Some Cross-Cultural Issues.
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Berry, John W. – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1985
The focus is on aspects of learning and teaching mathematics in which the "distance" between the mother tongue of the learner and the language which dictated the design of the curriculum plays a major role. Illustrations concern students in Botswana. (MNS)
Descriptors: Cross Cultural Studies, Curriculum Development, Developing Nations, Elementary Secondary Education