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Bokhove, Christian; Drijvers, Paul – For the Learning of Mathematics, 2010
The algebraic expertise that mathematics education is aiming for includes both procedural skills and conceptual understanding. To capture the latter, notions such as symbol sense, gestalt view and visual salience have been developed. We wonder if digital activities can be designed that not only require procedural algebraic skills, but also invite…
Descriptors: Mathematics Education, Algebra, Symbols (Mathematics), Student Behavior
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Burton, Martha B. – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1988
A major component of student difficulty with algebra is the inability to make sense of the algebra symbol system as a language. Accordingly, remedies should be sought by considering algebra in a linguistic sense. (PK)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Communication Skills, Linguistics
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Harel, Guershon – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1987
Reports on the findings of an examination of 32 linear algebra textbooks. The examination, to determine existing approaches to teaching the topics, was in preparation for developing a linear algebra program for high school students. (PK)
Descriptors: Algebra, High Schools, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Education
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Menghini, Marta – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1994
Discusses algebra teaching by looking back into the history of algebra and the work of George Peacock, who considered algebra from two points of view: symbolic and instrumental. Claims that, to be meaningful, algebra must be linked to real-world problems. (18 references) (MKR)
Descriptors: Algebra, Mathematics Education, Mathematics History, Mathematics Instruction
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Arcavi, Abraham – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1994
Attempts to describe a notion parallel to number sense, called symbol sense, incorporating the following components: making friends with symbols, reading through symbols, engineering symbolic expressions, equivalent expressions for non-equivalent meanings, choice of symbols, flexible manipulation skills, symbols in retrospect, and symbols in…
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics Education
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Sutherland, Rosamund – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1991
Discusses concerns for mathematics education research on algebra and requestions methods that focus on the Piagetian concept of cognitive obstacles. Suggests the use of computer-based environments to develop the concept of variable and offers research findings indicating that experiences working with variables in LOGO influences student…
Descriptors: Algebra, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Dissonance, Cognitive Processes
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Sutherland, Rosamund – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1993
Analyzes case study data of 10 low achieving students, ages 14-15, to examine the effects of participation in computer spreadsheet sessions on their understanding of mathematical symbols. Participation improved students' attitudes toward problem solving. (MDH)
Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Algebra, Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction