Selecting Tools to Model Integer and Binomial Multiplication

Mathematics teachers frequently provide concrete manipulatives to students during instruction; however, the rationale for using certain manipulatives in conjunction with concepts may not be explored. This article focuses on area models that are currently used in classrooms to provide concrete examp...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Sarah Smitherman Pratt, Colleen M. Eddy
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Columbia University Libraries 2017-12-01
Series:Journal of Mathematics Education at Teachers College
Online Access:https://journals.library.columbia.edu/index.php/jmetc/article/view/595