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Norton, Anderson – North American Chapter of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education, 2016
In this theoretical paper, I consider reversibility as a defining characteristic of mathematics. Inverse pairs of formalized operations, such as multiplication and division, provide obvious examples of this reversibility. However, there are exceptions, such as multiplying by 0. If we are to follow Piaget's lead in defining mathematics as the…
Descriptors: Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Formulas, Mathematics Instruction, Multiplication
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Sawyer, W. W. – Mathematics in School, 1989
This article discusses the classroom use of discovery of number pattern. Provided are examples of a table of squares, multiplications of numbers, and algebraic expressions. (YP)
Descriptors: Algebra, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematical Applications
Glatzer, David J.; Choate, Stuart A. – 1992
This handbook is intended to provide mathematics curriculum leaders and supervisors with discussion and related activities central to a presentation of algebra for teachers of students with a history of lower academic achievement and who are part of our underserved populations. The handbook: (1) deals with general algebra activities; (2) focuses…
Descriptors: Addition, Algebra, Educational Objectives, Enrichment Activities