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Moreno A., Luis E.; Waldegg, Guillermina – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1991
Analyzed are the different stages in the conceptual evolution of infinity as developed historically through the work of Bolzano and Cantor. Results of a study of 18 to 20 year old's concept of infinity prior to instruction produced aspects of the passage between conceptual levels of infinity. (MDH)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Measurement, Cognitive Tests, Concept Formation

Tall, David; Thomas, Michael – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1991
Presents computer approach formulated within a framework of versatile thinking designed to overcome obstacles to understanding algebra. Results from related studies comparing the computer and traditional approaches taught to 11, 12, and 13 year olds showed that the computer approach significantly improved the understanding of higher order concepts…
Descriptors: Algebra, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Dissonance, Cognitive Processes