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ERIC Number: EJ237360
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1980-Nov
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Dangers of Formalism.
Noddings, Nel
Arithmetic Teacher, v28 n3 p45-47 Nov 1980
The problems of using formalistic methods in the instruction of mathematics to elementary level children are discussed. Precision in mathematical language is not seen as a useful instructional tool, and functional modes of communication are stressed. (MP)
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Problems, Learning Theories, Mathematical Vocabulary, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Symbolic Learning, Symbols (Mathematics), Teaching Methods
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Language: English
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