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Number#

See also: mathematical-topics

Summary#

Hodgen et al (2018)

  • number and number relations are fundamental to mathematics
  • help learners develop a range of mental and other calculation methods
  • good retrieval of number facts is important to success in mathematics
  • recall of procedures important, but must be accompanied with understanding of how and when to use them
  • teacher that fractions and decimals are numbers that extend the number system
  • explicit teaching can be helpful for those struggling with number and calculation
  • number lines are an important/useful representational tool

References#

Hodgen, J., Foster, C., Marks, R., & Brown, M. (2018). Improving Mathematics in Key Stages Two and Three: Evidence Review. In Education Endowment Foundation: London, UK. [Report]. Education Endowment Foundation. https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/education-evidence/guidance-reports/maths-ks-2-3