Multimodal Functioning in Understanding Fractions.

Watson, Jane M.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ476678

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Publication Date: 1993

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Multimodal Functioning in Understanding Fractions.

Watson, Jane M.; And Others

Journal of Mathematical Behavior, v12 n1 p45-62 Mar 1993

Responses of students in grades K-10 (42 interviewed; 98 written) to 4 common fractions problems were analyzed for iconic mode processes in relationship to concrete symbolic mode development. Concludes that progress in the latter, without development of complementary iconic support, limits both understanding and flexibility in solving problems. (MDH)

Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation, Elementary School Students, Elementary Secondary Education, Fractions, Interviews, Mathematical Aptitude, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Problem Solving, Qualitative Research, Secondary School Students

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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