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Kasman, Reva – PRIMUS, 2006
This paper describes writing assignments from a modern algebra course which were used to foster the development of proof-writing skills. Each assignment consists of proofs and mathematical work supposedly written by fictional characters, where the proofs are designed to illustrate common misconceptions, difficult points, and typical writing flaws.…
Descriptors: Writing Assignments, Writing Skills, Mathematics Instruction, Misconceptions

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