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Peer reviewedSowder, Judith, Ed.; Sowder, Larry, Ed. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1988
Discussed is the difference in the use of verbal explanation, identified by observations of mathematics teaching in first- and fifth-grade classrooms in Japan and the United States. The author suggests we reexamine the role of direct teaching and stress both concrete experiences and verbal explanations at the same time. (MNS)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Educational Research, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Peer reviewedEasley, Jack; And Others – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Presents 3 examples for setting teacher's aims in Japanese and American mathematics classrooms. Provides 10 guidelines for teachers who would like to include more mathematical dialogue and encourage the expression of conceptual splatter in their classrooms. (YP)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Computation, Cross Cultural Studies, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedBecker, Jerry P.; And Others – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Discussed is the educational system in the nation of Japan with a special emphasis on elementary mathematics instruction. The amount of time spent on various subjects, observations in Japanese classrooms, Juku, and the use of technology are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Comparative Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education
