Peer reviewed
Direct linkERIC Number: EJ809135
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2008-Sep
Pages: 5
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: ISSN-0025-5769
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The Evolution of the "Cartesian Connection"
Anderson, Gail M.
Mathematics Teacher, v102 n2 p107-111 Sep 2008
Students often struggle with the connection between algebraic and graphical representations of functions. This overview of the history of the Cartesian coordinate system helps the classroom teacher consider new ways to aid students in making the "Cartesian connection." (Contains 7 figures.)
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Teaching Methods, Algebra, Graphs, Symbols (Mathematics), Secondary School Mathematics, High Schools, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics, History
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. 1906 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191-1502. Tel: 800-235-7566; Tel: 703-620-3702; Fax: 703-476-2970; e-mail: orders@nctm.org; Web site: http://www.nctm.org/publications/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: High Schools
Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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