Teach Geometry before Second-Year Algebra.

Nichols, Beverly W.

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ERIC Number: EJ368093

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Publication Date: 1988

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Teach Geometry before Second-Year Algebra.

Nichols, Beverly W.

Mathematics Teacher, v81 n4 p236,298 Apr 1988

Argues that reasons for teaching geometry before second-year algebra include higher student achievement and attitude and better abstract thinking. (PK)

Descriptors: Algebra, Curriculum Design, Fixed Sequence, Geometry, Mathematics Achievement, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics, Sequential Learning, Student Attitudes

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Audience: Practitioners; Policymakers

Language: English

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