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Andrew S. Deane; Kelsey T. Byers – Anatomical Sciences Education, 2024
3D scanning and printing technologies are quickly evolving and offer great potential for use in gross anatomical education. The use of human body donors to create digital scans and 3D printed models raises ethical concerns about donor informed consent, potential commodification, and access to and storage of potentially identifiable anatomical…
Descriptors: Human Body, Technology Uses in Education, Ethics, Anatomy
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Shanna, Shweta – Waikato Journal of Education, 2019
The aim of this article is to provide a critical review of the theories and the model used in the field of geometry education research. The article critically discusses van Hiele's theory, Fischbein's theory of figural concepts, Duval's theory of figural apprehension, the Spatial Operational Capacity (SOC) model by Wessels and van Niekerk, and the…
Descriptors: Geometry, Mathematics Instruction, Teaching Methods, Theories
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Sarama, Julie; Clements, Douglas H. – American Journal of Play, 2009
The authors explore how children's play can support the development of the foundations of mathematics learning and how adults can support children's representation of--and thus the "mathematization" of--their play. The authors review research about the amount and nature of mathematics found in the free play of children. They briefly…
Descriptors: Play, Cognitive Development, Child Development, Mathematics Skills
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Bishop, Alan J. – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1980
The author examines the interface between spatial abilities and mathematics education and reviews research which has contributed to knowledge in this area. Five remaining issues are identified. (MP)
Descriptors: Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education, Geometric Concepts, Literature Reviews
Bryant, Jerry – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1995
Discusses the notions and language of spatial relations of various cultures, particularly those of deaf students. (MKR)
Descriptors: American Sign Language, Cultural Context, Deafness, Elementary Secondary Education
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Geva, Esther; Cohen, Rina – Instructional Science, 1987
Examines spatial concepts required by young children for the understanding and manipulation of turn commands in Logo, and reviews the literature on children's Logo learning and the psychological-cognitive development of spatial concepts. Geometric concepts, alternative frames of reference, and the use of Turtle graphics are also discussed. (39…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary Education, Geometric Concepts
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Darke, Ian – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1982
A review of work related to the topological primacy thesis and a critique of some aspects of it are presented. On the basis of the psychological research, it is concluded that topological concepts ought to be taught. (MP)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Educational Research, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Pinxten, Rik; And Others – 1987
This book examines the Navajo system of spatial knowledge and describes a culture-based curriculum for the development of an intuitive geometry based on the child's experience of the physical world. Aspects of the Navajo cosmology relevant to spatial knowledge are discussed: the structure of the world; the dynamic nature of the universe;…
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indian Education, Cognitive Development, Cultural Context