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McCoy, Ann; Barnett, Joann; Stine, Tammy – Teaching Children Mathematics, 2016
Without a doubt, fractions prove to be a stumbling block for many children. Researchers have suggested a variety of explanations for why this is the case. The introduction of symbolization and operations before the development of conceptual understanding of fractions, a lack of understanding of the role of the numerator and denominator, and an…
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Fractions, Mathematical Concepts, Teaching Methods
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Olson, Melfried – Teaching Children Mathematics, 1998
Presents a problem for grades 3-6 on number concepts and computation. Also provides guidelines for teachers to improve problem-solving practices in their classrooms. (ASK)
Descriptors: Computation, Elementary Education, Grade 3, Grade 4
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Behrend, Jean L. – Teaching Children Mathematics, 2001
Demonstrates the consequences of teaching rules without understanding using examples from two 3rd grade children. Suggests alternative instructional strategies. (KHR)
Descriptors: Computation, Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Grade 3
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Battista, Michael; Clements, Douglas H. – Teaching Children Mathematics, 1998
Describes typical student strategies for counting cubes in cube buildings and explains why these problems are difficult for students. Suggests instructional tasks that can help students develop more powerful ways of thinking about such problems. Lists two action research ideas related to this issue. (ASK)
Descriptors: Action Research, Computation, Concept Formation, Educational Strategies