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On the Analysis of Cognitive Structures in Algorithmic Thinking.
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Schwank, Inge – Journal of Mathematical Behavior, 1993
Differences in students' (aged 12-14) construction and analysis of mathematical algorithms may be explained by the differences between predicative and functional cognitive structures. Analyzes the central role of internal and external representations and the characteristics of each. Discusses prototypical research design and development of a…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Structures, Elementary Education