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ERIC Number: EJ196832
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1979-Jan
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Dare We Discover or the Dangers of Over-Generalization.
Feinstein, Irwin K.
School Science and Mathematics, v79 n1 p22-33 Jan 1979
Numerous mathematical examples are presented which illustrate and raise questions about students' tendencies to overgeneralize. (BB)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation, Discovery Learning, Generalization, Geometric Concepts, Instruction, Learning Processes, Mathematics Education, Number Concepts, Problem Solving
Publication Type: Journal Articles
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Language: English
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