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50 Years of ERIC
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Barton, Bill; Fairhall, Uenuku; Trinick, Tony – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1998
Presents the background, influences, and consequences of a self-conscious mathematics discourse production in New Zealand called Maori Mathematics. Describes some aspects of the movement towards Maori language instruction in mathematics and examines the effects on the language itself. Poses questions about the effects on mathematics and…
Descriptors: Discourse Analysis, Discourse Modes, Elementary Secondary Education, Interdisciplinary Approach
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Roberts, Tamsin – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1998
Discusses the need for mathematical registers in aboriginal languages and presents some mathematics and language examples. Outlines information on the choices which can be made and the possible consequences for the language in making those choices. Contains 24 references. (ASK)
Descriptors: Australian Aboriginal Languages, Discourse Analysis, Discourse Modes, Elementary Secondary Education
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Winslow, Carl – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1998
Advocates "why" and even "if at all" types of questions in addition to the most commonly investigated questions in mathematics education, the "how to" types of questions. Proposes a framework that allows for consideration of mathematics in relation to the rest of human thought and knowledge communicated by formal education. (ASK)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Linguistic Theory, Mathematical Linguistics, Mathematics Instruction
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Harris, Mary – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1987
Offers examples of non-standard mathematical application problems. The applications come from a variety of areas including industry and other cultures. (PK)
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Materials, Mathematical Applications
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Solomon, Avery – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1991
This in-depth examination of a line explores several ways that the infinite nature and finite representation of a line can be perceived. These attempts to understand the nature of the line give insights into the nature of understanding itself. (MDH)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Geometric Concepts, Learning Processes, Mathematics Education
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Sfard, Anna – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1991
A personal experience is described concerning problem solving that incorporates the computer to help generate multiple examples of proposed conjectures as solutions. The positive potential of technology to allow students of mathematics to experience the process of discovering mathematics through conjecture and generalization is emphasized. (MDH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Discovery Learning, Learning Strategies, Mathematics Education