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Peer reviewedKoyama, Masataka – Hiroshima Journal of Mathematics Education, 1998
Analyzes students' representations of fractions as they work on fraction comparison tasks and justify their solutions in a collective classroom activity. Emphasizes the importance of setting a problematic situation and encouraging students to make various representations for their learning. Suggests some implications for teacher activities and…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Foreign Countries, Fractions
Peer reviewedBattista, Michael T. – Teaching Children Mathematics, 1999
Presents an overview of the geometry findings of the Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) and ways to use problems from the study to assess students' understanding of geometry. (ASK)
Descriptors: Cross Cultural Studies, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedCai, Jinfa – Teaching Children Mathematics, 1998
Investigates different approaches of students from different cultures to problems and problem-solving strategies. Suggests ways to encourage students to use algebraic strategies. Provides some action research ideas for teachers to try in their classrooms. Contains 11 references. (ASK)
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Action Research, Algebra, Cross Cultural Studies
