Elevers kompetanse i brøk : med og uten konkretiseringsmateriell

2020

Master's thesis in Mathematics education (MA502) Although the topic of fractions is central to the field of mathematics, it can be challenging for students (National Mathematics Advisory Panel, 2008;Neagoy 2017; Wu, 2001). What is the impact of providing appurtenant manipulatives with fraction math exercises on the ability of Norwegian 8th grade students to understand and solve such exercises? This thesis makes clear the significance of manipulativesin bringing forth the mathematical proficiency of Norwegian 8th grade students working in groups.In this multiple-case study, a qualitative research methodology was used to conduct a total of eight task-based interviews on four groups consisting…