Improving the Learning of Mathematics in Our Schools.

Capps, Lelon R.; Cox, Linda Simon

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ERIC Number: EJ431320

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1991

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Improving the Learning of Mathematics in Our Schools.

Capps, Lelon R.; Cox, Linda Simon

Focus on Exceptional Children, v23 n9 p1-8 May 1991

This article reviews research on mathematics learning and forgetting, especially for students with learning and other disabilities. It notes the important role of mathematical language and the substantial loss of mathematics achievement over the summer vacation. Year-round schooling is encouraged to eliminate prolonged interruptions in instruction. (DB)

Descriptors: Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Disabilities, Mathematical Vocabulary, Mathematics Instruction, Memory, School Schedules, Vacations, Year Round Schools

Publication Type: Journal Articles

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Audience: Administrators; Practitioners

Language: English

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