A model of the function concept in a three-fold representation

Baruch Schwarz*, Tommy Dreyfus, Maxim Bruckheimer

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Abstract

The present paper describes an attempt to alleviate some of the difficulties and misconceptions about the concept of function, by integrating a computer implemented learning environment with specifically designed activities in a curriculum covering functions. This curriculum-the TRM curriculum integrates open-ended activities with a "conventional" approach to the concept of function, and "computer" sessions with normal classroom activities. Typical problems and comments on student activities are given. Comparative investigations led to a cognitive classification of functional reasoning. Some practical issues arising from teaching about functions and pedagogical engineering are described at the end of the paper.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)249-262
Number of pages14
JournalComputers and Education
Volume14
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - 1990
Externally publishedYes

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