Teaching Children Mathematics
2002 Volume 8, Number 6
Table of Contents
Number of articles: 8
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Racing against Time: Using Technology To Explore Distance, Rate, and Time
N Kathryn Essex, Diana V. Lambdin & Rebecca H. McGraw
Investigates ways to analyze change in various contexts. Focuses on computer technology providing contexts for children's investigations of patterns of change and helping to develop foundational... More
pp. 322-26
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Intuition and Research: Are They Compatible?
Jim Dorward
Describes a situation resulting from a research study on the use of Web-based manipulatives differed from the intuition of teachers. Discusses the reactions of the teachers who participated in the ... More
pp. 329-32
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Learning Geometry in a Dynamic Computer Environment
Michael T. Battista
Investigates uses of interactive geometry software to enhance students' understanding and reasoning about two-dimensional shapes. Describes basic principles that underlie high-quality geometry... More
pp. 333-39
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The Role of Technology in Early Childhood Learning
Douglas H. Clements & Julie Sarama
Reviews research on the appropriateness of computer use with young children. Discusses the effects computer use on children's lives, interaction, social and emotional development, learning and... More
pp. 340-43
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Bridging the Gap: Using Interactive Computer Tools To Build Fraction Schemes
John Olive
Explores ways to help children make connections between whole-number multiplication and their notion of a fraction. Illustrates an approach to constructing fraction concepts that builds on children... More
pp. 356-61
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Powerful Software To Enhance the Elementary School Mathematics Program
John Kerrigan
Analyzes mathematics software programs to find engaging and easy-to-use software for integration into the elementary school mathematics curriculum. Discusses criteria for judging good software and ... More
pp. 364-70
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What Are Virtual Manipulatives?
Patricia S. Moyer, Johnna J. Bolyard & Mark A. Spikell
Defines virtual manipulatives and stresses their advantages for classroom use. Presents examples on the Internet and discusses current and potential use of virtual manipulatives. (KHR) More
pp. 372-77
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Using Interactive Web Sites To Enhance Mathematics Learning
Wendy Rich & Jeane Joyner
Investigates the effects of computers and Internet technology on teaching and learning. Presents electronic examples that integrate well with high-quality mathematics instructional programs. (KHR) More
pp. 380-83