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Suh, Jennifer M.; Seshaiyer, Padmanabhan – Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, 2016
"Modeling Mathematical Ideas" combining current research and practical strategies to build teachers and students strategic competence in problem solving.This must-have book supports teachers in understanding learning progressions that addresses conceptual guiding posts as well as students' common misconceptions in investigating and…
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Secondary School Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction, Problem Solving
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Griffin, Peter E. – Mathematics in School, 1990
Presented is the solution to a quadratic expression and a variety of comments regarding this situation and implications for problem-solving instruction. A strategy for approaching similar problem-solving situations is discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Algebra, Creative Thinking, Learning Strategies, Mathematics Education
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Kerekes, Vera – Mathematics Teacher, 1990
Described is an approach to teaching algebra in a meaningful context by using problem solving to motivate students and increase their retention. Examples of this approach are given. (CW)
Descriptors: Algebra, Creative Thinking, Learning Strategies, Mathematical Applications
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Pegg, John; Redden, Edward – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1990
The purpose of this article is to highlight and discuss the role of language as the link between experiences with number patterns and the emergence of algebraic notation. Discussed is a recommended approach. A sample of a written student response is provided. (CW)
Descriptors: Algebra, Content Area Writing, Learning Activities, Learning Strategies
Corn, Juliana, Ed.; And Others – 1989
This handbook was developed as one of the objectives of a 3-year federally-funded model project to teach remedial mathematics to community college students with learning disabilities (LD). The underlying theme of this document is to provide a comprehensive plan to assist faculty, tutors, learning center personnel and others engaged in the effort…
Descriptors: Algebra, Arithmetic, Audiovisual Aids, College Mathematics