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Visit this site: http://www.cognitiveacceleration.co.uk/
Author:Cognitive Acceleration Associates
Description: Cognitive acceleration (CA) emphasizes "'big ideas' or organizing conceptual strands in mathematics, rather than procedures and algorithms." Published collections of math lessons include Thinking Maths, Primary Cognitive Acceleration through Maths Education, and Let's Think! Read about CA theory, pedagogy, and its five pillars: concrete, cognitive conflict, social construction, metacognition, and bridging.
Levels: Elementary, Middle School (6-8)
Languages: English
Resource Types: Lesson Plans and Activities
Math Ed Topics: Grouping/Cooperative Learning, Non-traditional, Problem-Solving, Workshops/Inservice/Training

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