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ERIC Number: EJ228705
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1980
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Mathematics Is a Language: A Rationale for Mathematics Instruction.
Gupta, I. D.
International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, v11 n1 p29-32 Jan-Mar 1980
Mathematics is often referred to as a language. This paper attempts to explore the implied meanings of such statements and to outline a rationale for utilizing the language-structure of mathematics in mathematics instruction. (Author/MK)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Language, Mathematical Vocabulary, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Semantics, Symbols (Mathematics), Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - General
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Audience: Practitioners
Language: English
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