THE IMPETUS FOR TEACHING ALGEBRA IN THE EARLY GRADES

Authors : Hülya Kılıç

Pages : 48-71

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Publication Date : 2014-11-03

Article Type : Research

Abstract :Algebra is one of the core subjects of secondary school mathematics. Having weak conceptual understanding of algebra and a low level of algebraic thinking skills causes low student performance in mathematics courses. Therefore, some scholars suggest introducing algebraic concepts in the elementary level to help students succeed in mathematics. The goal of this paper is to examine some of the current practices and studies on teaching algebra in the elementary grades and discuss their implications on curriculum development and teaching.
Keywords : Algebra, algebraic thinking