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Lappan, Glenda, Ed. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1987
Described is a procedure for teaching children to learn to count on with finger patterns after they have learned to count with objects. The technique has been found to be successful with children of all ability levels at grades one and two. (RH)
Descriptors: Addition, Computation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
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Small, Marian S. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Discusses ways to incorporate language into the teaching of mathematics and involve students more fully in mathematical processes. Describes classroom teaching practice with and without writing. Lists 11 references. (YP)
Descriptors: Addition, Arithmetic, Computation, Elementary Education
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Kamii, Constance; Lewis, Barbara Ann – Arithmetic Teacher, 1991
Presents a study of 87 second graders to demonstrate that achievement tests in primary mathematics emphasize pupil's lower-order thinking by comparing answers to interview questions from constructivist and traditionally instructed groups. Results indicated that constructivist instructed students demonstrated superior higher-order thinking on tasks…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Addition, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Measurement