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Contexts, Goals, Beliefs, and Learning Mathematics.
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Cobb, Paul – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1986
Advanced is the hypothesis that students organize their beliefs about mathematics to resolve problems that are primarily social rather than mathematical in origin. The contextuality of cognition, meaning-making, and learning in interactive situations are each discussed. (MNS)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Cultural Context, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education
Evidence from "The Mathematics Teacher" (1908-1920) on Women and Mathematics.
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Kroll, Diana – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1985
The first 12 volumes of "The Mathematics Teacher" were examined to determine the extent to which societal changes regarding women were reflected in mathematics education. Evidence on the extent of participation by women and attitudes concerning differences between boys and girls in learning mathematics are presented. (MNS)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Educational Research, Learning, Mathematics Curriculum