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Rubenstein, Rheta N.; Thompson, Denisse R. – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 2012
Mathematics is rich in visual representations. Such visual representations are the means by which mathematical patterns "are recorded and analyzed." With respect to "vocabulary" and "symbols," numerous educators have focused on issues inherent in the language of mathematics that influence students' success with mathematics communication.…
Descriptors: Student Attitudes, Symbols (Mathematics), Mathematics Instruction, Visual Stimuli
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Brahier, Daniel J.; Speer, William R. – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 1997
Presents an extended activity consisting of a sequence of tasks organized so that students can visit several mathematical concepts concurrently and explore connections among them. Students build solids using bendable straws to form the skeletons of various polyhedra. Topics covered include tables and charts, algebraic expressions, surface area,…
Descriptors: Algebra, Area, Data Analysis, Geometric Concepts