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Kaur, Berinderjeet; Sharon, Boey Huey Peng – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1994
An algebra test administered to (n=18) first-year college students found a disregard for negative numbers, ineffective use of counterexamples, misapplication of rules, and a lack of a good grasp of relevant mathematical terminology. (12 references) (MKR)
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, College Freshmen, Foreign Countries
Woodward, John – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1995
Presents a historical review of technology-based computer program development and research in mathematics for special education. Discusses two themes: the consistent focus on mastering computational algorithms and the use of technology both as a teaching tool and as a means of guiding teacher behavior. Contains 81 references. (MKR)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware, Educational Research
Perry, A. D.; Stacey, Kaye – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1994
Attempted to establish the incidence of using taught algorithms versus invented methods of subtraction in (n=1,370) male secondary school students and to relate the use of invented methods to age, mathematical achievement, and lateral thinking ability. Use of invented algorithms increased with age. (23 references) (MKR)
Descriptors: Age Differences, Algorithms, Arithmetic, Divergent Thinking
