Fostering Mathematical Thinking through Multiple Solutions.

Cai, Jinfa; Kenney, Patricia Ann

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ERIC Number: EJ670404

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2000

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Fostering Mathematical Thinking through Multiple Solutions.

Cai, Jinfa; Kenney, Patricia Ann

Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, v5 n8 p534-39 Apr 2000

Presents some ideas about how teachers can foster mathematical communication by encouraging students to find multiple solutions to problems. Discusses three problems that help develop communication ability in mathematics. Views communication of multiple solutions as an instructional strategy to help students make sense of mathematics. (KHR)

Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Learning Strategies, Mathematics Education, Middle Schools, Problem Sets, Problem Solving, Teaching Methods, Thinking Skills

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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Note: Focus issue: Mathematical Communication.