Using quotitive division problems to promote place-value understanding

Bicknell, Brenda; Young-Loveridge, Jennifer; Simpson, Jackie

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Bicknell, B., Young-Loveridge, J., & Simpson, J. (2017). Using quotitive division problems to promote place-value understanding. Australian Primary Mathematics Classroom, 22(2), 28–32.

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Abstract

Using quotitive division problems to promote A robust understanding of place value is essential. Using a problem-based approach set within meaningful contexts, students' attention may be drawn to the multiplicative structure of place value. By using quotitive division problems through a concrete-representational-abstract lesson structure, this study showed a powerful strengthening of Year 3 students' conceptual understanding of place value.

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2017

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Journal Article

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Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers

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This article is published in the Australian Primary Mathematics Classroom. © Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers. Used with permission.

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