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A Mathematical Modeling Framework for K-5 Classrooms

To support the use of mathematical modeling in K-5 classroom settings, Carlson et al. (2016) propose a framework, which breaks down the...

What is the difference between Modeling Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling?

Modeling mathematics and mathematical modeling are concepts that are discussed in a wide range of research and standards. Both provide...

Mathematical Modeling in the Classroom

Mathematical modeling requires students to take multiple factors into account simultaneously as they work towards an undefined solution...

Considerations for Teachers Using Manipulatives

In order for teachers to productively incorporate any type of manipulative in their classroom they need to have a “clear understanding of...

No more physical manipulatives?

While in some classrooms virtual manipulatives are used instead of physical manipulatives (Moyer-Packenham et al., 2013), virtual...

Some Benefits of Virtual Manipulatives

There are many benefits when virtual manipulatives are added to lesson plans in a meaningful way. They have been shown to have a positive...