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Peer reviewedFlexer, Roberta J. – Elementary School Journal, 1987
Documents the different problem-solving styles and approaches of two first-grade children having strong mathematical abilities. One child demonstrated an extrinsic, algorithmic style of problem-solving, while the other used an intrinsic, individual-in-control style. (NH)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students
Student Typologies as a Means of Characterizing Individual Differences among Low and High Achievers.
Kowalski, Patricia S. – 1987
A method of graphing multivariate data, called the star plot, is very useful in educational contexts because it provides teachers and guidance counselors with information not present in unsupplemented student achievement data. The utility of the method can be seen in analysis of data from a study of factors related to the problem-solving ability…
Descriptors: Elementary School Students, Grade 5, Graphs, High Achievement
Peer reviewedDickie, Paul G. – Mathematics Teacher, 1984
The needs of above-average junior high school students are discussed. A set of 'daily twisters,' or problems of various types, were collected, and examples are noted. Recommendations on content and pedagogy are described. (MNS)
Descriptors: Grade 7, Grade 8, High Achievement, Junior High School Students
