Visualization in Geometry--Two Sides of the Coin.

Hershkowitz, Rina

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ERIC Number: EJ389507

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1989

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Visualization in Geometry--Two Sides of the Coin.

Hershkowitz, Rina

Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, v11 n1-2 p61-76 Win-Spr 1989

Examines the role of visualization within the process of geometrical concept attainment for students in grades five through eight, preservice elementary teachers, and inservice senior elementary teachers. Investigates the "bitrian" and "biquad" examples, numbers of critical attributes, elements in triangles, judgment in quadrilateral examples, and elements in altitude examples. (YP)

Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics Teachers, Spatial Ability, Teacher Education, Triangles (Geometry), Visual Perception, Visualization

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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