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Peer reviewedHolton, Derek; Ahmed, Afzal; Williams, Honor; Hill, Christine – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 2001
Suggests six characteristics of mathematical play. Analyzes the problem-solving process for the Six Circles and observations of students solving calculator and integration problems in relation to theories of play and cognitive gain. Discusses some difficulties of implementing a 'play' approach in the classroom and proposes further research…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Educational Games, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Theories
