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ERIC Number: EJ380725
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1988
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A Cognitive Approach to Meaningful Mathematics Instruction: Testing a Local Theory Using Decimal Numbers.
Wearne, Diana; Hiebert, James
Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, v19 n5 p371-84 Nov 1988
A theory is proposed for how students develop competence with the written symbols of decimal fractions. Competence is viewed as the cumulative and sequential mastery of four separate cognitive processes. The theory was tested with small groups of students, most of whom were able to acquire the first two processes. (MNS)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation, Decimal Fractions, Educational Research, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning Theories, Manipulative Materials, Mathematics Instruction, Place Value, Research Reports, Symbols (Mathematics)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Mathematics Education Research