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What's Going On in Their Heads?

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Smith, Robert – Mathematics in School, 1989

Explores mathematical methods children use to find answers for themselves. Describes some methods used for multiplication and subtraction problems. (YP)

Descriptors: Arithmetic, Cognitive Processes, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics

Two Meanings of a Fraction Multiplication.

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Mick, Harold W.; Sinicrope, Rose – School Science and Mathematics, 1989

Discussed is the meaning of the word "of" as is found in mathematical expressions that involve fractional numbers. The conceptual rather than numerical distinction is stressed. Teaching techniques regarding difficulties with this concept are suggested. (CW)

Descriptors: Arithmetic, Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Fractions