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Publication Date: 2008-Sep
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Developing Spatial Sense and Communication Skills
Richardson, Kerri; Stein, Catherine
Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, v14 n2 p101-107 Sep 2008
This article describes how spatial instruction with preservice teachers can be implemented in a middle-grades mathematics methods class. A "Reflect and Discuss" section is included for professional development study. (Contains 4 figures.)
Descriptors: Preservice Teacher Education, Preservice Teachers, Faculty Development, Spatial Ability, Middle Schools, Secondary School Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction, Methods Courses, Geometric Concepts, Freehand Drawing, Learning Activities, Communication Skills, Thinking Skills, Visualization
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education; Middle Schools
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Language: English
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