Decompressing mathematical definitions for communities of learners.

Autor: LAI, YVONNE, ENRIGHT, ESTHER A.
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Zdroj: For the Learning of Mathematics; Jul2024, Vol. 44 Issue 2, p22-24, 3p
Abstrakt: This text explores the concept of decompression in mathematics education, specifically in relation to the definition of a mathematical claim. The authors argue that the current definition, which focuses on deductive proof, is too compressed and does not support inquiry and exploration. They propose a decompressed definition that emphasizes the sociomathematical role of claims and their connection to community questions. The authors also discuss the importance of students advancing their own understanding of mathematics through pattern recognition and communication. Additionally, the text touches on the priority of operations in mathematics and the need to determine if it is a convention or a mathematically necessary concept. [Extracted from the article]
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