Writing to Learn in Mathematics: Enhancement of Mathematical Understanding.

Ganguli, Aparna B.

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ERIC Number: EJ512540

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Publication Date: 1994

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Writing to Learn in Mathematics: Enhancement of Mathematical Understanding.

Ganguli, Aparna B.

AMATYC Review, v16 n1 p45-51 Fall 1994

Analysis of in-class written responses about mathematical concepts and procedures for solving problems of 25 college students enrolled in an intermediate algebra class suggested that writing assignments helped remedial students to think mathematically. An appendix contains samples of writing assignments. (Author/MKR)

Descriptors: Beliefs, College Students, Content Area Writing, Higher Education, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Thinking Skills, Two Year Colleges, Writing Across the Curriculum

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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