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ERIC Number: EJ668652
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2003
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ISSN: ISSN-0025-5769
Early Secondary Mathematics: The Use of "Intrigue" To Enhance Mathematical Thinking and Motivation in Beginning Algebra.
Lewkowicz, Marjorie L.
Mathematics Teacher, v96 n2 p92-95 Feb 2003
Describes the use of a purposefully designed set of problems borrowed from a variety of critical thinking activity books and selected to motivate, excite, and engage students in the learning process. Helps students develop a deeper, more conceptual understanding of mathematics by incorporating these problems into a beginning algebra course. (Author/NB)
Descriptors: Algebra, Mathematics Instruction, Problem Solving, Secondary Education, Teaching Methods, Thinking Skills
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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