2nd Edition

The Art of Problem Posing

By Stephen I. Brown, Marion I. Walter Copyright 1990
160 Pages
by Routledge

160 Pages
by Routledge

160 Pages
by Routledge

Updated and expanded, this second edition satisfies the same philosophical objective as the first -- to show the importance of problem posing. Although interest in mathematical problem solving increased during the past decade, problem posing remained relatively ignored. The Art of Problem Posing draws attention to this equally important act and is the innovator in the field. Special features... Read more
Contents: Introduction. Two Problem Posing Perspectives: Accepting and Challenging. The First Phase of Problem Posing: Accepting. The Second Phase of Problem Posing: "What-If-Not." The "What-If-Not" Strategy in Action. Some Natural Links Between Problem Posing and Problem Solving. In the Classroom: Student as Author and Critic. Conclusion.

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Stephen I. Brown, Marion I. Walter