Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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360959 | The Journal of Mathematical Behavior | 2006 | 17 Pages |
Abstract
This paper presents a description of the different types of arguments that emerged as two students, working in a computerized environment, engaged in an investigation of several number theory concepts. The emerging arguments are seen as a result of the influence of the computerized environment together with collaborative learning. Using qualitative research methods, data are analyzed to show how the students constructed four types of mathematical arguments: basic, compound, elaborated, and general-presented-as-specific. These example-based arguments could serve as a knowledge base for developing formal mathematical proofs.
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Authors
Ilana Lavy,