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Weaver, J. F. – 1985
The principal focus of this brief report is on findings and observations from relatively recent research on the learning of mathematics. The distinction between learning and the concepts of curriculum and instruction is first reviewed. Then Piaget's theory of intellectual development is discussed, with the conclusion that it does not provide a…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning, Literature Reviews
Suydam, Marilyn N. – 1985
Some recent research findings with implications for improving mathematics instruction are reviewed in this report. The focus is on two topics: computation, in particular subtraction and estimation, and problem solving. Findings about each are listed, with references for each cited study included. Effective algorithms and strategies used by…
Descriptors: Computation, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education, Estimation (Mathematics)