Mathematical Problem Solving in Groups: Are Two Heads Better than One?.

Stacy, Kaye

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ERIC Number: EJ456385

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1992

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Mathematical Problem Solving in Groups: Are Two Heads Better than One?

Stacy, Kaye

Journal of Mathematical Behavior, v11 n3 p261-75 Sep 1992

Investigated why, contrary to expectations, group performance in a written test of problem solving was not better than individual performance. Examined protocols of students solving problems in groups and concluded that in much of the group discussion, students passed over right ideas in favor of simpler, but erroneous, ideas. (14 references) (MDH)

Descriptors: Group Behavior, Group Dynamics, Mathematics Achievement, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematics Skills, Measures (Individuals), Problem Solving, Protocol Materials, Secondary Education, Small Group Instruction, Student Behavior, Thinking Skills

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Researchers

Language: English

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