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ERIC Number: EJ1169773
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018
Pages: 17
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ISSN: EISSN-2148-9955
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When the Fractional Cookie Begins to Crumble: Conceptual Understanding of Fractions in the Fifth Grade
Eichhorn, Melinda S.
International Journal of Research in Education and Science, v4 n1 p39-54 Win 2018
When teachers conduct a universal screening in mathematics, they identify students who are struggling with mathematical content and adjust their instruction. In this mixed-methods study in Kolkata, India, teachers piloted a screening tool at the beginning of the academic year in 5th grade to determine students' (n = 171) understanding of fractional number sense. The results of the screening show that the majority (70%) of students in fifth grade are in need of more instruction in foundational fraction concepts. Common misconceptions on screener items are shared, as well as strategies for improving fraction instruction to prevent future errors.
International Journal of Research in Education and Science. Necmettin Erbakan University, Ahmet Kelesoglu Education Faculty, Meram, Konya 42090 Turkey. e-mail: ijresoffice@gmail.com; Web site: http://www.ijres.net
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Grade 5
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: India
Identifiers - Assessments and Surveys: Woodcock Johnson Tests of Achievement
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