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Peer reviewedFidelman, Uri – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1987
The ontological problem is "what exists?" The answer regarding the part of consciousness which is related to left hemisphere is that only individual discrete objects exist; objects are regarded one at a time. The answer regarding the part of consciousness which is related to right hemisphere is only comprehensive entities exist; each…
Descriptors: Brain Hemisphere Functions, Cognitive Development, Concept Formation, Logic
Peer reviewedNeubrand, Michael – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1989
Lists five criteria in the acceptance of mathematical theorems, such as understanding, significance, compatibility, reputation, and convincing argument. Concludes that social and language factors are involved in the process of the acceptance. (YP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Higher Education, Mathematical Formulas, Mathematical Logic
Peer reviewedPirie, Susan; Kieren, Tom – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1989
Analyzes two transcripts of children's mathematical behavior to observe the nature of recursive levels and interrelationships among them. Describes several levels of the recursions. (YP)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions
