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Peer reviewedDavis, Edward J. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
Discussed are "moves" in teaching mathematics that can serve as a basis for defining understanding. How to characterize and use moves is discussed, with specific examples and research evidence. (MP)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Evaluation Methods
Peer reviewedTeahan, Teresa – Arithmetic Teacher, 1979
A device is described that aids students in doing percentage problems. (MP)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction
Peer reviewedFowler, Mary Anne – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
An integrated and gradual approach to teaching the metric system is suggested, as opposed to presenting the entire system at once. (MP)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction
Peer reviewedJamski, William D. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
Two problems are presented that may be used to determine if a student's understanding of the area concept goes beyond manipulation of formulas. (MP)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation, Instruction
Peer reviewedBrown, Christopher N. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1979
Grid paper activities are discussed as a way to help students conceptualize fractions. (MP)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions
Peer reviewedHarrison, William R. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1987
The need to develop measurement concepts in addition to measurement skills is discussed, with specific activities suggested. (MNS)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning Activities
Peer reviewedThompson, Charles – Arithmetic Teacher, 1979
This method of teaching the division of fractions emphasizes the use of concrete materials and helps students understand what division of fractions means. (MP)
Descriptors: Computation, Concept Formation, Division, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedThompson, Charles; Babcock, Judith – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
This manipulative model using counters involves balancing the number of counters on either side of the equals sign. (MP)
Descriptors: Addition, Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Peer reviewedNasca, Donald – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
Three components of a curriculum organized to facilitate a concept acquisition process are discussed. These are concrete experiences related to a concept, skill development activities and applications. (MP)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Concept Formation, Curriculum, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedQuintero, Ana Helvia – Arithmetic Teacher, 1987
Four levels of difficulties that children have when working with ratios are described, with a sequence of activities aimed at helping them develop this concept. (MNS)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning Activities
Peer reviewedNelson, Rebecca S. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1979
Rules are given for two games designed to help students learn the multiplication facts. (MK)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Games
Peer reviewedWest, Tommie A. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
Several problems are identified: place values, time, even numbers, fractional parts, and temperature. Specific teaching suggestions are discussed. (MP)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions
Peer reviewedLazerick, Beth Ellen; Harris, Carolyn Karafin – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
Eight classroom problems dealing with number concepts are presented and accompanied by suggestions for teacher use. (MP)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction
Peer reviewedDavis, Robert B. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1986
The importance of understanding is stressed. Understanding the task is as vital as knowing the basic meaning. (MNS)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation, Editorials, Educational Philosophy
Peer reviewedSteiner, Evelyn E. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1987
A model for division of fractions using money as manipulative material is presented. Eight levels are described, ranging from the development of language and concept introduction through types of problems to rule discovery and application. (MNS)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions
