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Re: Norm,fractions
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Jul 4, 1995 3:37 AM
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In a message dated 95-07-02 13:36:24 EDT, Lutemann@aol.com writes:
> >Come now, Norm. I meant the general idea of fractions here. My point > really is that the concept of fractions is not difficult to learn if taught >at the right time. I think the timing is off. > >
I've watched grade school kids dividing things between themselves on a regular basis. In fact, I'd venture to say that the concepts of fractions are being used by many children before first grade. I don't think we should wait for middle school to teach such a concept, rather some teachers need to change their teaching methods. marge
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