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Santulli, Tom – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 2009
These problems and activities have been used to demonstrate the uses of multiple representations as well as provide opportunities for students to practice using multiple representations in solving problems. (Contains 3 figures and 2 tables.)
Descriptors: Educational Opportunities, Word Problems (Mathematics), Problem Solving, Symbolic Language
Schonborn, Konrad J.; Anderson, Trevor R. – Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Education, 2010
External representations (ERs), such as diagrams, animations, and dynamic models are vital tools for communicating and constructing knowledge in biochemistry. To build a meaningful understanding of structure, function, and process, it is essential that students become visually literate by mastering key cognitive skills that are essential for…
Descriptors: Biochemistry, Visual Literacy, Thinking Skills, Influences
Radford, Luis; Puig, Luis – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 2007
Before the advent of symbolism, i.e. before the end of the 16th Century, algebraic calculations were made using natural language. Through a kind of metaphorical process, a few terms from everyday life (e.g. thing, root) acquired a technical mathematical status and constituted the specialized language of algebra. The introduction of letters and…
Descriptors: Syntax, Problem Solving, Algebra, Semiotics

McMullen, Mary Benson – Young Children, 1998
Discusses development of symbolic thinking in toddlers as a step in language acquisition and skill development. Examines means of encouraging this symbolic problem solving, such as setting the stage for problems, helping children plan problem-solving strategies, and encouraging children in self-evaluating their skills. Examines development of…
Descriptors: Developmental Stages, Language Acquisition, Language Skills, Literacy Education
Robinson, Rhonda S.; Manlove, Linda – 1993
Technology, software, and design activities that have been used to create presentations for a class in visual literacy taught to graduate students in the instructional technology program of Northern Illinois University are described. In the past, the language of visuals was introduced through a slide and tape produced for the class. An additional…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Curriculum Development, Databases, Educational Technology
McCallister, Cynthia – 1994
This research analyzes language development in the classroom as fostering the development of students who are community builders, problem solvers and critical thinkers. Examples of both positive and negative classroom situations are used to illustrate these three language domains. Successful classrooms are safe communities where children are…
Descriptors: Community, Community Attitudes, Critical Thinking, Elementary Secondary Education