Notice and Wonder: Exploring Common Mathematical Notions

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Alesia Mickle Moldavan Georgia Southern University, Savannah, GA

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Sam Rhodes Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA

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James C. Willingham James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA

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Heidi Eisenreich Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA

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Volume 117: Issue 9
Page(s):
658–662
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5951/MTLT.2023.0297
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This article explores three wonderings about common mathematical notions driven by rigid applications of mathematical procedures to generate deeper conceptual understanding in K–8 mathematics.

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© 2024 by National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Inc.
Page Count:
5
Article Category:
Research Article
Received:
05 Sep 2023
Accepted:
09 Apr 2024
Print Publication Date:
01 Sep 2024
Online Publication Date:
Sep 2024
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