College students' methods for solving mathematical problems as a result of instruction based on problem solving

This study investigates the effects of implementing mathematical problem solving instruction in a regular calculus course taught at the college level. Principles associated with this research are: i) mathematics is developed as a response to finding solutions to mathematical problems, ii) attention...

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Main Author: Santos Trigo, Luz Manuel
Language:English
Published: University of British Columbia 2011
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/2429/31100