Splitting, Covariation, and Their Role in the Development of Exponential Functions.

Confrey, Jere; Smith, Erick

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ERIC Number: EJ496905

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Publication Date: 1995

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Splitting, Covariation, and Their Role in the Development of Exponential Functions.

Confrey, Jere; Smith, Erick

Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, v26 n1 p66-86 Jan 1995

Presents a covariation approach to learning exponential and logarithmic functions based on a primitive multiplicative operation labeled splitting that is not repeated addition. Suggests that students need the opportunity to build a number system from splitting structures and their geometric forms. (30 references) (MKR)

Descriptors: Concept Formation, Exponents (Mathematics), Functions (Mathematics), Learning Theories, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Multiplication, Number Systems, Secondary Education

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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