Publication Date
2010
Abstract
This paper discusses early algebra as it relates to the Mathematics Specialist program. Early algebra is described based on research and readings from the body of literature focused on early algebra. Reasons why early algebra should be emphasized in elementary school mathematics are discussed, followed by a description of the role elementary school Mathematics Specialists must play if schools are to begin to focus on early algebraic instruction. Finally, some suggestions are made for ways the Mathematics Specialist program might encourage more explicitly an early algebraic approach to elementary school mathematics.
Volume
12
Issue
1
First Page
73
Last Page
81
Rights
© Virginia Mathematics and Science Coalition, licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
DOI
https://doi.org/10.25891/S019-KF79
Recommended Citation
Murray, M. K.
(2010)
"Early Algebra and Mathematics Specialists,"
Journal of Mathematics and Science: Collaborative Explorations: Vol. 12:
No.
1, Article 8.
Available at:
https://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/jmsce_vamsc/vol12/iss1/8
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