Counter conjectures: Using manipulatives to scaffold the development of number sense and algebra

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Journal Article

Publication Title

Australian Primary Mathematics Classroom

Publisher

Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers

School

School of Education

RAS ID

23107

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West, J. (2016). Counter conjectures: Using manipulatives to scaffold the development of number sense and algebra. Australian Primary Mathematics Classroom, 21(3), 21-25.

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Abstract

How the use of concrete materials in the form of counters allows students to model increasingly complex number problems is explored. The use of counters scaffolds students' development of number sense and algebra skills leading to an understanding of quite abstract concepts.

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