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Quantitative and Formal Methods for Solving Equations.
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Kuchemann, Dietmar – Mathematics in School, 1983
Evidence was collected to support previous research findings that children prefer quantitative to formal methods of solving linear equations. They find formal methods difficult. How to help them become more receptive to learning formal methods is discussed. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algebra, Educational Research, Error Patterns, Mathematics Instruction
Ratio and Fractions.
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Hart, K. – Mathematics in School, 1983
Findings on ratio and on fractions from a research project on strategies and errors in secondary mathematics are discussed, with typical errors described. Pupils seemed to learn rules without understanding. (MNS)
Descriptors: Educational Research, Error Patterns, Fractions, Mathematics Curriculum