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Benally, Jessica; Palatnik, Alik; Ryokai, Kimiko; Abrahamson, Dor – For the Learning of Mathematics, 2022
We introduce, motivate, and exemplify a proposed theoretical construct guiding the design and facilitation of collaborative geometry activities, conceptually generative perspectival complementarity (CGPC). Participants in CGPC activities learn content by negotiating their respective perceptions of situated features they manipulate to accomplish…
Descriptors: Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction, Instructional Design, Cooperative Learning
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Dawkins, Paul Christian – For the Learning of Mathematics, 2014
This paper demonstrates how questions of "provability" can help students engaged in reinvention of mathematical theory to understand the axiomatic game. While proof demonstrates how conclusions follow from assumptions, "provability" characterizes the dual relation that assumptions are "justified" when they afford…
Descriptors: Mathematical Logic, Teaching Methods, College Mathematics, Mathematical Concepts
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Hansraj, Sudan – For the Learning of Mathematics, 2010
I argue for the inclusion of topics in high school mathematics curricula that are traditionally reserved for high achieving students preparing for mathematical contests. These include the arithmetic mean--geometric mean inequality which has many practical applications in mathematical modelling. The problem of extremalising functions of more than…
Descriptors: Secondary School Mathematics, Calculus, Arithmetic, Geometry
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Shumway, Richard – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1990
Discussed are supercalculator capabilities and possible teaching implications. Included are six examples that use a supercalculator for topics that include volume, graphing, algebra, polynomials, matrices, and elementary calculus. A short review of the research on supercomputers in education and the impact they could have on the curriculum is…
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculators, Calculus, Cognitive Development
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Zeitler, Herbert – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1990
Geometric axioms are discussed in terms of philosophy, history, refinements, and basic concepts. The triumphs and limitations of the formalism theory are included. Described is the status of high school geometry internationally. (KR)
Descriptors: Comparative Education, Foreign Countries, Geometric Concepts, Geometry