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Article: Passion for teaching/learning mathematics: a story of two fourth grade African American students.
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- Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics
- Article date:
- January 1, 2005
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Abstract
The intent of this study was to investigate the experiences and reflections of two African American children, their teachers, and their parents about mathematics learning and what these experiences imply for educators as they attempt to reform mathematics education to help all students gain a deeper mathematical disposition. A qualitative design employing in-depth interviews, participant observations, and the examination of relevant documents was used to explore the mathematical environments of two African American children. As the stories of these two children emerge, it is hoped that a better understanding about mathematics teaching and learning, ...