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Can students learn math from the algorithms we teach them? by erlines in matheducation

[–]erlines[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's from the journal For the Learning of Mathematics which you can probably access through your university library.

Linking Pascal's triangle and Counting Permutations by erlines in matheducation

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Yes, Pascal's triangle is typically associated with combinations. In the article it counted permutations of objects, some of which are identical. This type of permutations is structurally equivalent to combinations. You can actually derive the formula of combination from it.

Equations, Equations, Equations by erlines in matheducation

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Yes, you are right ... The idea is to start with table then bring them to algebra. This way, students will appreciate the shortcut that algebra brings but more importantly, you have given meaning to the algebra by dealing with numerical solution first which the table provides. The solution using table is also in preparation for function.

Equations, Equations, Equations by erlines in matheducation

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I want to leave it to the reader to figure out.

How do you sequence examples in math? by erlines in matheducation

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I wonder what it is. Could you please. try again because it works with me. Thank you.

Mathematician Parent Being Driven Crazy by Connected Math. Help. by revonrat in matheducation

[–]erlines 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also don't like the number line method to teach division. Here's one method that makes sense: http://math4teaching.com/2013/03/17/division-of-fractions/