From the 1960s: On Learning Mathematics

The article from the December of 1960 describes complex process of learning mathematics from a position of psychologist. The author thoroughly defines the subject of discussion and then focuses on a role of each of four components of learning: discovery, intuition, translation into language of mathe...

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Published in:The Mathematics teacher 2006-12, Vol.100 (5), p.48-55
Main Author: Bruner, Jerome
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:The article from the December of 1960 describes complex process of learning mathematics from a position of psychologist. The author thoroughly defines the subject of discussion and then focuses on a role of each of four components of learning: discovery, intuition, translation into language of mathematics and readiness to learn new material. He analyzes every topic providing insights into a learning process and recommendations valuable for educators.
ISSN:0025-5769
2330-0582
DOI:10.5951/MT.100.5.0048