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Rich, Kathryn M. – Digital Experiences in Mathematics Education, 2023
Incorporating visual representations, rather than strictly relying on symbolic representations, is a research-based strategy for supporting fraction learning. However, students must also make transitions between visual and symbolic fraction representations to apply the conceptual understanding they gained from visual representations to symbolic…
Descriptors: Elementary School Teachers, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction, Teaching Methods
Huang, Amy I-Yu – ProQuest LLC, 2013
This study reports findings from a teaching experiment in which 4th grade children engaged in solving multiplication tasks with rectangular arrays in a computer environment. The environment provided flexible task-solving through dynamic virtual manipulatives (VMs) so children could use their existing knowledge of multiplication to complete array…
Descriptors: Grade 4, Multiplication, Problem Solving, Elementary School Mathematics
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Vonder Embse, Charles B.; And Others – Arithmetic Teacher, 1988
Describes the Approaching Algebra Numerically (AAN) Calculator as a computer-based simulation of a hand-held calculator designed with novice learners in mind. Includes a complete description of the calculator and suggests uses for the calculator, including exponentiation, order of operations, scientific notation, concept of variable, and problem…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Allinger, Glenn D., Ed.; And Others – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Presented is a detailed review of eight computer software packages. Strengths, weaknesses, and recommendations for each game are listed. Mathematical and thinking skills, problem solving, drill and practice, procedural activities, decision making, understanding money, and basic skills are emphasized. (KR)
Descriptors: Computation, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary School Mathematics
Novotna, Jarmila, Ed.; Moraova, Hana, Ed.; Kratka, Magdalena, Ed.; Stehlikova, Nad'a, Ed. – International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education, 2006
This volume of the 30th annual proceedings of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education conference presents: plenary panel papers; research forum papers; short oral communication papers; and poster presentation papers from the meeting. Information relating to discussion groups and working sessions is also provided.…
Descriptors: Program Effectiveness, Foreign Countries, Secondary School Students, Mathematics Instruction