Research into Practice. Giving Pupils Tools for Thinking.

Davis, Robert B.

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ERIC Number: EJ420543

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1991

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Research into Practice. Giving Pupils Tools for Thinking.

Davis, Robert B.

Arithmetic Teacher, v38 n5 p23-25 Jan 1991

Examined is the situation in which pupils invent mathematics on their own and teachers' reactions to this situation. The assimilation of students' original ideas into correct mathematical concepts is discussed. (CW)

Descriptors: Arithmetic, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Structures, Computation, Creative Thinking, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Experiential Learning, Learning Activities, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Misconceptions, Thinking Skills

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Teachers; Researchers; Practitioners

Language: English

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