Number Sense as Situated Knowing in a Conceptual Domain.

Greeno, James G.

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Publication Date: 1991

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Number Sense as Situated Knowing in a Conceptual Domain.

Greeno, James G.

Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, v22 n3 p170-218 May 1991

This paper theoretically characterizes number sense as a set of cognitive capabilities for constructing and reasoning within mental models. This perspective provides support for viewing various aspects of number sense as features of students' general condition of knowing about numbers and magnitude, rather than as skills needing specific instruction. (Author/JJK)

Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Structures, Concept Formation, Elementary Secondary Education, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Skills, Number Concepts, Thinking Skills

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Language: English

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