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Callahan, Leroy G.; Charles, Desiree – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1985
Previous studies indicate that many early elementary school children have the misconception that whole number subtraction is a commutative operation. The degree and character of this subtraction error was investigated in this longitudinal study. Results obtained from three groups of students with different number abilities provided further…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Cognitive Processes, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Fletcher, Jack M; Loveland, Katherine A. – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1986
The nature of arithmetic disabilities in children is discussed first in this review. Then research studies are reported, classified by cognitive and neuropsychological studies and social competency studies. Finally, suggestions for remediation are provided. (MNS)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Cognitive Processes, Educational Research, Elementary Education
