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ERIC Number: EJ597944
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1999
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ISSN: ISSN-0013-1954
Why Johnny Can't Prove (with Apologies to Morris Kline).
Dreyfus, Tommy
Educational Studies in Mathematics, v38 n1-3 p85-109 1999
One sentence answer to the question in the title is that the ability to prove depends on forms of knowledge to which most student are rarely, if ever, exposed. Presents more detailed analysis, drawing on research in mathematics education and classroom experiences. (Contains 44 references.) (Author/ASK)
Descriptors: Cognitive Structures, Elementary Secondary Education, Mathematics Instruction, Proof (Mathematics)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Note: Special issue: Forms of Mathematical Knowledge: Learning and Teaching with Understanding.