Greek or not : the use of symbols and abbreviations in mathematics
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2012
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The use of symbols and abbreviations adds uniqueness and complexity to the mathematical language register. In this article, the reader’s attention is drawn to the multitude of symbols and abbreviations which are used in mathematics. The conventions which underpin the use of the symbols and abbreviations and the linguistic difficulties which learners of mathematics may encounter due to the inclusion of the symbolic language are discussed. 2010 NAPLAN numeracy tests are used to illustrate examples of the complexities of the symbolic language of mathematics. |
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Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers |
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http://eprints.qut.edu.au/54166/2/54166.pdf http://www.aamt.edu.au/Webshop/Entire-catalogue/Australian-Mathematics-Teacher Quinnell, Lorna & Carter, Merilyn Gladys (2012) Greek or not : the use of symbols and abbreviations in mathematics. Australian Mathematics Teacher, 68(2), pp. 34-40. |
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Copyright 2012 Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers |
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School of Curriculum; Faculty of Education |
Palavras-Chave | #130208 Mathematics and Numeracy Curriculum and Pedagogy #Test items #Symbols (Mathematics) #Numeracy #Mathematics Instruction #Teaching Methods #Algebra #Anxiety #Student Attitudes #Program Effectiveness #Foreign Countries #Secondary School Mathematics #Australia |
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Journal Article |