Date of Defense
10-12-2001
Department
Mathematics
First Advisor
Kate Kline, Mathematics
Second Advisor
Lauren Freedman, Teaching, Learning & Leadership
Third Advisor
Patti Andrea, Sunset Lake Elementary School
Abstract
The goal of this research was to collect data and observations of the strategies teachers use when teaching a unit about fractions from a reform curriculum, and explore the relationship between patterns of these strategies and student understanding of the concepts. Exploring the issues of teacher questioning and probing student thinking, while allowing students to construct knowledge of fractions through various opportunities and activities is the primary focus. The author analyzes the patterns in these strategies to explore how they relate to student understanding and/or misconceptions. This entails investigating what strategies worked well and what could have been improved upon to better help students construct and understand the concepts concerning fractions.
Recommended Citation
Crawford, Caroline J., "Analyzing Connections Between Teaching and Learning Fractions Using the Investigations Mathematics Curriculum" (2001). Honors Theses. 665.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/honors_theses/665
Access Setting
Honors Thesis-Campus Only