Division of Fractions: Developing Conceptual Sense with Dollars and Cents.

Steiner, Evelyn E.

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Publication Date: 1987

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Division of Fractions: Developing Conceptual Sense with Dollars and Cents.

Steiner, Evelyn E.

Arithmetic Teacher, v34 n9 p36-42 May 1987

A model for division of fractions using money as manipulative material is presented. Eight levels are described, ranging from the development of language and concept introduction through types of problems to rule discovery and application. (MNS)

Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions, Learning Activities, Mathematical Models, Mathematics Instruction, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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