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Synergistic argumentation in a problem-centered learning environment.
(2002)
This research looks at argumentation in the whole-class sharing portion of a second grade problem-centered classroom learning environment in which making sense of mathematical ideas was the accepted norm. This research ...
E-mentoring: A case study of the viability and benefits of electronic mentoring with beginning teachers in rural schools.
(2002)
E-mentoring was designed to help early career teachers make the transition from student to teacher, particularly those in a rural setting. By using on-line mentoring with a group of former classmates and acquaintances the ...
Mathematical embodiment through robotics activities.
(2002)
This naturalistic phenomenological study looked at the emergence of mathematical understanding in middle school students as they engaged in open-ended robotics activities. The study chronicled the mathematics they used, ...
Unpacking mathematical content through problem solving.
(2002)
Current calls for reform of preservice teacher education include suggested changes in the mathematics content courses required for elementary education programs. One suggestion is the inclusion of more complex problem ...
The effects of learning "C" programming on college students' mathematics skill.
(2002)
This study evolved from an attempt to determine the effects that learning computer programming has on the development of certain mathematics skills in undergraduate college students. An observational study was set up in ...
Emergent mathematics curriculum: A case study of two teachers.
(2002)
The purpose of this case study was to explore the pedagogic practices of two purposively selected teachers and their implementation of an emergent mathematics curriculum. The study aimed to provide insight into what pedagogic ...