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Cognitive Processes | 1 |
Comprehension | 1 |
Concept Formation | 1 |
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Mathematics Education | 1 |
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Mathematics Teaching | 1 |
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Byers, V. | 1 |
Herscovics, N. | 1 |
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Byers, V.; Herscovics, N. – Mathematics Teaching, 1977
Four kinds of understanding of mathematics are suggested: instrumental, relational, intuitive, and formal. Each type of understanding is described and illustrated. (MN)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Comprehension, Concept Formation