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Tooher, Helen; Johnson, Patrick – Issues in Educational Research, 2020
This pilot study explores the effectiveness of a strategy for overcoming post-primary students' misconceptions within the topic of algebra. Although central to the study of mathematics, algebra can be an area of difficulty for many students. A misconception is typically classified as flawed understanding of a concept causing repeated errors, and…
Descriptors: Misconceptions, Algebra, Secondary School Students, Mathematics Instruction
Hourigan, Mairéad; Leavy, Aisling M. – Teacher Educator, 2017
Teacher knowledge is a critical focus of educational research in light of the potential impact of teacher knowledge on student learning. The dearth of research exploring entry-level preservice teachers' geometric knowledge poses an onerous challenge for mathematics educators in initial teacher education (ITE) when designing experiences that…
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Elementary School Teachers, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematics Skills