Eliciting Mathematics Misconceptions

This website features assessments to diagnose whether students have specific misunderstandings or misconceptions about rational numbers, such as fractions and decimals. Teachers can use the assessments to obtain solid information about why students are having difficulty and plan instruction that addresses their misconceptions.

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Eliciting Mathematics Misconceptions

Authors:

Pam BuffingtonCheryl TobeyPeggy ClementsMichelle CerroneSusan CreightonJohn Madura

Services:

Design & Development

Services:

Design & Development

Media Type:

Website

Resource Type:

Website

Focus Area:

Education Workforce & SystemsElementary & Secondary Education

Date:

2015

Region:

United States

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