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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2015 Research Conference

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

49- A Learning Trajectory for Children’s Understanding of Variable

Tuesday, April 14, 2015: 11:30 AM-12:00 PM
Grand Ballroom E (Westin - Boston Waterfront)

 

Lead Speaker:
Maria Blanton
Co-speakers:
Angela Gardiner and Katharine B. Sawrey

Full Conference Paper
  • Variable_LT_NCTM.pdf (1.4 MB)

  • Description of Presentation:

    We share results from a design research study by which we identified a trajectory in grades K–2 children’s understanding of variable and variable notation as they explored functional relationships. Our findings suggest that even young children can begin to think in quite sophisticated ways about these core algebraic concepts.

    Session Type: Brief Research Report

    See more of: Brief Research Report