Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ717783
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Publication Date: 2004-Nov-1
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Promoting Problem-Posing Explorations
Whitin, Phyllis
Teaching Children Mathematics, v11 n4 p180 Nov 2004
Phyllis Whitin was interested in the role of communications in developing mathematical understanding among children. She designed a problem-posing explorations system, which encouraged children to think, question, solve problems and discuss their ideas, strategies and solutions.
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Classroom Communication, Problem Solving, Teaching Methods, Mathematical Concepts, Thinking Skills, Discussion (Teaching Technique)
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 1906 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191-1502. Web site: http://www.nctm.org.
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Language: English
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