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Decimal Dilemmas: Interpreting and Addressing Misconceptions

Year: 2017

Type: article

Abstract: In this article, a student's misconception of multiplication and division of decials is analyzed and findings are presented from preservice teachers’ interpretation of that misconception. The authors then highlight common decimal misconceptions, outline two strategies for addressing such misconceptions in the classroom, and include final remarks connecting the professional noticing framework with addressing misconceptions in mathematics.

Source: Ohio Journal of School Mathematics

Authors: Cindy Jong, Jonathan Thomas, Molly H. Fisher, Edna O. Schack, Meredith A Davis, Mallory E Bickett

Institutions: University of Kentucky, Morehead State University

Language: English

Topic: Mathematics Education and Teaching Techniques

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W2755225655

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Cites: 4

Cited by: 2

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