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ERIC Number: EJ380723
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1988
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Intuition and Logic.
O'Regan, Patrick J.
Mathematics Teacher, v81 n8 p664-68 Nov 1988
Because most schools do not have courses in formal logic, teachers must teach this topic as it comes up naturally through class discussions in algebra, geometry, or general mathematics. This article shows how teachers can capitalize on students' ways of thinking to lead them to a greater understanding of logical relationships. (PK)
Descriptors: Algebra, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Geometry, Intuition, Language, Language Acquisition, Logic, Logical Thinking, Mathematical Vocabulary, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Instruction, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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