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David W. Braithwaite; Robert S. Siegler – Grantee Submission, 2021
Learning fractions is a critical step in children's mathematical development. However, many children struggle with learning fractions, especially fraction arithmetic. In this article, we propose a general framework for integrating understanding of individual fractions and fraction arithmetic, and we use the framework to generate interventions…
Descriptors: Fractions, Addition, Middle School Mathematics, Middle School Students
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David W. Braithwaite; Robert S. Siegler – Journal of Educational Psychology, 2021
Learning fractions is a critical step in children's mathematical development. However, many children struggle with learning fractions, especially fraction arithmetic. In this article, we propose a general framework for integrating understanding of individual fractions and fraction arithmetic, and we use the framework to generate interventions…
Descriptors: Fractions, Addition, Middle School Mathematics, Middle School Students
Jayanthi, Madhav; Gersten, Russell; Spallone, Samantha; Dimino, Joseph; Schumacher, Robin; Smolkowski, Keith; Karp, Karen; Haymond, Kelly – Instructional Research Group, 2018
The goal of this randomized controlled trial (RCT) was to evaluate the effectiveness of a small-group intervention in fractions for fifth-graders who are performing below grade level in mathematics. The impact of the fractions intervention was assessed on fifth-grade at-risk students' understanding of foundational fractions concepts and procedural…
Descriptors: Fractions, Mathematics Achievement, Small Group Instruction, Grade 5