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Fazio, Lisa; Siegler, Robert – UNESCO International Bureau of Education, 2011
Students around the world have difficulties in learning about fractions. In many countries, the average student never gains a conceptual knowledge of fractions. This research guide provides suggestions for teachers and administrators looking to improve fraction instruction in their classrooms or schools. The recommendations are based on a…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Learning Activities, Teaching Methods, Numbers
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Hardin, Daniel D. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1979
A method of identification of pigs used by farmers is described as an application of a base three numeration system. (MP)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning Activities, Mathematical Applications
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Trafton, Paul R.; Zawojewski, Judith S. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
The concepts of number sense and numeration, operations, and whole-number computations and their importance are discussed. Activities cover developing concepts of operations, exploring patterns and relationships, and building an understanding of mathematical structure. (KR)
Descriptors: Computation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning Activities
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Krusen, Kim – Arithmetic Teacher, 1991
Described is an activity in which students develop their own number system. This activity allow students to examine the structure and history of number systems and to discover the power and respectable efficiency of the number system used today. (KR)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning Activities, Mathematical Concepts