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Publication Date: 1995
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The Development of the Mathematical Mind.
Scott, Judith
Montessori Life, v7 n2 p25 Spr 1995
Draws parallels between Montessori's mathematical curriculum and the evolution of numbers and counting. Suggests that children share with ancient Sumerians a basic human tendency to develop "the mathematical mind." Argues that children do not need to be surrounded by math; rather, the classroom must supply them with the means to explore objects and their relationships in a mathematical way. (AA)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Cognitive Style, Early Childhood Education, Individualized Instruction, Instructional Effectiveness, Learning Motivation, Learning Processes, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Instruction, Montessori Method, Number Concepts, Sensory Experience, Student Centered Curriculum, Symbols (Mathematics), Teaching Methods, Young Children
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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