Loading...
Please wait, while we are loading the content...
Similar Documents
Running head : PRE-SERVICE TEACHERS ’ S CONCEPTIONS OF PROOF 1 A Study on Pre-Service Teachers ’ Conceptions of Proofs By :
| Content Provider | Semantic Scholar |
|---|---|
| Copyright Year | 2015 |
| Abstract | The study examined pre-service teachers' conceptions of mathematical proofs by describing their perspectives and experiences towards the teaching and learning of proofs. Based on the findings, it is clear that pre-service teachers hold different views on proofs and their visions are shaped by their past experiences. The participants were able to identify the difficulties students experience in learning proofs as well as students' deficiencies in constructing proofs. They also recognized the importance of proofs in mathematics education, and emphasized the importance for teachers to take more responsibility in implementing the lessons and activities to meet students' needs when teaching proofs. Nevertheless, the findings also suggest that pre-service teachers do not possess a clear understanding of what a mathematical proof is, since there lacks an organized and systematic way in the teaching and learning of mathematical proofs. |
| File Format | PDF HTM / HTML |
| Alternate Webpage(s) | https://tspace.library.utoronto.ca/bitstream/1807/68735/1/Deng_HuiJun_201506_MT_MTRP.pdf |
| Language | English |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Content Type | Text |
| Resource Type | Article |
