Teaching Rational Number Division: A Special Problem.

Trafton, Paul R.; Zawojewski, Judith S.

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Publication Date: 1984

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Teaching Rational Number Division: A Special Problem.

Trafton, Paul R.; Zawojewski, Judith S.

Arithmetic Teacher, v31 n6 p20-22 Feb 1984

Division of fractions and division of decimals, both troublesome, are discussed in relation to helping students learn well and retain what they have learned. A strong conceptual base, mastery of related concepts and skills, and meaningful development are stressed. (MNS)

Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Decimal Fractions, Division, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Instruction, Rational Numbers, Teaching Methods

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