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Damarin, Suzanne K. – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1996
Explores the interaction of gender, sex-typed toys, and the construction of the mathematical topic of fractions as it is taught in schools. (MKR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Structures, Constructivism (Learning), Elementary Secondary Education, Females
Piel, John A.; Green, Michael – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1994
Argues that intuitive and computational knowledge can be combined by focusing more explicitly on referential and quantitative meanings in division of fractions problems. Recommends teaching mathematics as problem solving, communication, reasoning, and connections to help students overcome misunderstandings and connect their intuitive knowledge…
Descriptors: Computation, Division, Education Majors, Fractions
