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| Van Devender, Evelyn M. | 1 |
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Peer reviewedProudfit, Linda – School Science and Mathematics, 1992
Discusses the role of teacher questioning in the development of a child's concepts of and about mathematics. Proposes the development of mathematical concepts and procedures in problem-solving situations through questioning that engages student thinking and decision making. (MDH)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation
Peer reviewedCherkas, Barry M. – School Science and Mathematics, 1978
The author discusses the use of free-hand drawing, the modified Socratic teaching method, and the differentiation of mathematical language from colloquial usage as techniques which he has found helpful in creating a positive classroom environment for teaching problem solving. (MN)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Diagrams, Instruction, Mathematical Vocabulary
Peer reviewedMervis, Doris – School Science and Mathematics, 1978
Emphasis is placed on motivating children in problem solving situations by choosing effective questions and attractive unusual materials, considering the ability and frustration level of each child, and by utilizing the help and advice that is available to a teacher. (MN)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedGonzales, Nancy A. – School Science and Mathematics, 1994
Describes a scheme designed to guide prospective teachers beyond the point of proficiency as a student solving given problems. Provides a mechanism whereby prospective teachers advance toward assuming the role of a teacher posing his or her own problems. (13 references) (Author/MKR)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedGallagher, Shelagh; And Others – School Science and Mathematics, 1995
Describes how problem-based learning has been adapted for use in elementary and high school settings, including initiating learning with an ill-structured problem, using the problem to structure the learning agenda, and teacher as metacognitive coach. (31 references) (Author/MKR)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Problem Based Learning, Science Education, Science Instruction
Peer reviewedMartens, Mary Lee – School Science and Mathematics, 1992
Presents a study conducted to investigate the subjective experiences of a teacher making the transition from a traditional textbook, content-dispensing approach to a problem-solving approach to teaching science. Although outward changes in teaching materials and strategy are evidenced, the teacher shows little change in beliefs about the teacher's…
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Behavior Change, Classroom Techniques, Educational Change
Peer reviewedVan Devender, Evelyn M. – School Science and Mathematics, 1992
Describes three activities that the teacher can employ to help students develop thinking skills through mathematics instruction: (1) memorization using the technique of chunking; (2) higher order thinking with magic squares; and (3) predicting games. Identifies eight facets of the teacher's role in promoting thinking skills. (MDH)
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Discovery Processes
