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Peer reviewedThornton, Carol A.; And Others – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1997
Recent research in mathematics instruction underscores the importance of problem solving and higher-level thinking. This article presents four themes in instruction for students with learning disabilities: (1) provide a broad, balanced mathematics curriculum; (2) engage students in meaningful problem tasks; (3) accommodate diverse learning styles;…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Cooperative Learning, Elementary Education, Learning Disabilities
