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Edwards, A. 1984

 
Reference
 

Edwards, Allen. 1984. "Teaching numeracy in Papua New Guinea." READ: Promoting Literacy and Literature. Interest level: lay specialist.

Summary
 

Outlines an effective numeracy program using calculators in a Papua New Guinea classroom. Contends that mental arithmetic capabilities, estimation skills, and a calculator form a solid foundation for continuing math education. Estimates help develop a number sense of utmost importance to functional math. While a calculator cannot replace "number sense," it can bolster areas of weakness for students.


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