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Dangers of Formalism.
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Noddings, Nel – Arithmetic Teacher, 1980
The problems of using formalistic methods in the instruction of mathematics to elementary level children are discussed. Precision in mathematical language is not seen as a useful instructional tool, and functional modes of communication are stressed. (MP)
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Problems, Learning Theories