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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ838918
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2009-May
Pages: 7
Abstractor: ERIC
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ISSN: ISSN-1072-0839
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Ramping up on Fractions
Stephens, Ana C.; Bottge, Brian A.; Rueda, Enrique
Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, v14 n9 p520-526 May 2009
This article describes a technology-based and hands-on instructional intervention designed to advance middle school students' understandings of fractions. This problem-solving experience is based on the principles of Enhanced Anchored Instruction (EAI) and proved instructionally worthwhile and motivating to teachers and students in both inclusive technology education classrooms and special education classrooms. (Contains 4 figures.)
Descriptors: Middle Schools, Mathematics Instruction, Secondary School Mathematics, Experiential Learning, Intervention, Mathematical Concepts, Concept Formation, Problem Solving, Teaching Methods, Special Education, Mainstreaming, Special Needs Students, Relevance (Education), Technology Education, Video Technology
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Middle Schools
Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Washington; Wisconsin
IES Funded: Yes
Grant or Contract Numbers: R305H040032
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