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Autor/in | Kaput, James J. |
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Titel | A Research Base Supporting Long Term Algebra Reform? |
Quelle | (1995), (26 Seiten)
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Sprache | englisch |
Dokumenttyp | gedruckt; online; Monographie |
Schlagwörter | Stellungnahme; Algebra; Educational Change; Elementary Secondary Education; Integrated Curriculum; Mathematics Instruction; Teaching Methods |
Abstract | This paper discusses three dimensions of algebra reform: breadth, integration, and pedagogy. Breadth of algebra includes algebra as: generalizing and formalizing patterns and constraints; syntactically-guided manipulation of formalisms; study of structures abstracted from computations and relations; study of functions, relations, and joint variation; and cluster of modeling languages and phenomena-controlling languages. Also discussed are research supporting algebra reform and how research can lead the practice of teaching algebra in new directions. Three phases of reform (short, intermediate, and long term) are discussed using examples of current research projects. Short term reform is seen as first attempts that leave course structures in place, but which contain significant enrichments, such as technology. The second or intermediate phase of reform centers on the integration of algebra into the middle school and offered to all students. The third, long term phase of algebra reform involves full integration of the development of the many forms of algebraic reasoning across all grades with the learning of important mathematics. Contains 108 references. (MKR) |
Erfasst von | ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC |