On Teaching the Foundations of Number.

Womack, David

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On Teaching the Foundations of Number

Womack, David

Mathematics in School, 7, 1, 28-30, Jan 78

The author argues on theoretical grounds that not all "logical" pre-number activities are equally relevant for numeracy, and concludes with a practical suggestion for the kind of activity which does have particular relevance. (MN)

Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction, Number Concepts, Numbers, Primary Education, Set Theory, Teaching Methods

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