Learning of algorithms: a theoretical model with focus on cognitive development
Learning of algorithms: a theoretical model with focus on cognitive development
Taking a broad perspective on algorithm in mathematics, the author presents a theoretical model about the learning and teaching of algorithm with focus on students’ cognitive development. The model consists of three cognitive levels: 1. Knowledge and Skills, 2. Understanding and Comprehension, and 3. Evaluation and Construction. The model suggests that teaching and learning of algorithm does not simply mean routine learning, memorization, or lead to a low level of cognition. The paper also discusses different teaching strategies and activities that can be used to support students’ cognitive development at different cognitive levels.
Fan, Lianghuo
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Fan, Lianghuo
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Fan, Lianghuo
(2012)
Learning of algorithms: a theoretical model with focus on cognitive development.
The 12th International Congress on Mathematical Education (ICME-12), Seoul, Korea, Republic of.
08 - 15 Jul 2012.
11 pp
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Abstract
Taking a broad perspective on algorithm in mathematics, the author presents a theoretical model about the learning and teaching of algorithm with focus on students’ cognitive development. The model consists of three cognitive levels: 1. Knowledge and Skills, 2. Understanding and Comprehension, and 3. Evaluation and Construction. The model suggests that teaching and learning of algorithm does not simply mean routine learning, memorization, or lead to a low level of cognition. The paper also discusses different teaching strategies and activities that can be used to support students’ cognitive development at different cognitive levels.
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ICME12 TSG22 (Submission from L.Fan).pdf
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e-pub ahead of print date: July 2012
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The 12th International Congress on Mathematical Education (ICME-12), Seoul, Korea, Republic of, 2012-07-08 - 2012-07-15
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Mathematics, Science & Health Education
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