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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2014 Annual Meeting and Exposition

Please note: The NCTM conference program is subject to change.

139- Building Place-Value Understanding Using Calendar Time Enhancements

Thursday, April 10, 2014: 11:30 AM-12:00 PM
217 (Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Judith L. Fraivillig


Learn how minor adaptations in counting and recording the “Days in School” can significantly increase children’s place-value understanding. The speaker will describe a research study examining the impact of introducing Digi-Blocks® and other supportive materials during calendar time. Early data show gains in K–2 children’s ten-structured thinking.

Presentation Format: PreK-2 Burst
Grade Band Audience: PreK to 2

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