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Bonnett, Michael – 1994
This book brings a philosophical perspective to the topic of children's thinking. It attempts to answer the questions of what it is to think and understand, and how children do so. The book provides an introduction to the philosophy of education as it relates to children's understanding, and is careful not to assume any previous philosophical…
Descriptors: Child Development, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Structures
Smith, Frank – 2002
This book explores what makes mathematics possible as well as what makes mathematics difficult. Included is a discussion of the definition of mathematics, mathematics in language, the meaning of numbers, calculating and measuring, notation, numbers in space, and the best ways to learn mathematics. Historical information and practical examples are…
Descriptors: Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Structures, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education
