A case study on 5th graders' mathematical communication ability - focused on speaking and writing abilities -

5학년 아동들의 수학적 의사소통 능력에 관한 사례 연구 - 말하기, 쓰기 능력을 중심으로 -

  • Published : 2010.04.23

Abstract

The purposes of this study were to explore in depth about 5th graders' mathematical speaking and writing abilities and to investigate differences on those abilities. The study involved 3 5th graders and their speaking and writing abilities in geometry area were analyzed. According to the results of the study, the children had difficulties in selecting and using appropriate mathematical languages to explain mathematical concepts, mathematical ideas, and problem solving steps. The children who participated in the study showed higher ability in speaking than writing.

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