Research in Mathematical Education (한국수학교육학회지시리즈D:수학교육연구)

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Analyzing Errors Made by Eighth-Grade Students in Solving Geometrical Problems

  • Received : 2010.07.01
  • Accepted : 2011.12.29
  • Published : 2011.12.31
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Abstract

In mathematical problem solving, students may make various errors. In order to draw useful lessons from the errors, and then correct them, we surveyed 24 eighth-grade students' performances in geometrical problem solving according to Casey's hierarchy of errors. It was found that: 1. Students' effect can lead to errors at the stage of "comprehension", "strategy selection", and "skills manipulation"; and 2. Students' geometric schemas also influenced their strategy selection".

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