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"Brain Physiology’s Connection to Teaching Algebra" Ohio Journal of School Mathematics Fall 2023, 95(1), 21–25 .
"Pattern Building and Modeling in Beginning Algebra" New York State Mathematics Teachers' Journal, November, 2014, 64(3), 124-129.
“Attention! Attention! This is NOT a (Multiple Choice) Test” American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges MathAMATYC Educator, September, 2014, 6 (1), 17 - 22.
“Not Your Father's Equation Solving - Corrected” Florida Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Dimensions in Mathematics, FALL 2013, 33 (2), 14 - 23.
“When Will I Ever Use This Stuff?” California Math Council ComMuniCator, pp. 25-28. December, 2013.
“An Analysis of Connections Based on Neuroscience,” Texas Mathematics Teacher. (2013)
“Learning - Changing the Connections in the Brain,” The New Jersey Mathematics Teacher. (2012)
“Federal Tax Schedule Y-1: Piece-wise Defined Function. No, Wait; It's an Absolute Value,” New York State Mathematics Teachers' Journal. (2012)
“Capitalizing on Basic Brain Processes in Developmental Algebra – Part One,” MathAMATYC Educator 2 (2), 4-7. (2011)
“Capitalizingon Basic Brain Processes in Developmental Algebra – Part Two,” MathAMATYC Educator 2 (3), 28-31. (2011)
“Capitalizingon Basic Brain Processes in Developmental Algebra – Part Three,” MathAMATYC Educator 3 (1), 10-13, (2011)
The Neuroscience of Connections Visualizations & Generalizations in Knights, C. & Oldknow, A., eds. Enhancing Mathematics with Digital Technologies. Continuum Press. London, UK. (2011)
"Generalizing Patterns in Algebra for Long-Term Memory Understanding" ( California Math Council, ComMuniCator, (34, 2), December, 2009 )
PREPRINT "Dynamic Visualizations in Teaching Algebra" Ohio Journal of School Mathematics Spring 2009
"Implications of neuroscientific research on teaching algebra" International Journal on Continuing Engineering Education and Life-Long Learning (2008)Vol 18 Nos. 5/6 2008 p 585
PREPRINT "Neural Associations through Mathematical and Contextual Connections," 2008. Ohio Journal of School Mathematics
Why Use a Function Approach when Teaching Algebra? Texas Mathematics Teacher, 53(1), 10-16. (2006)
Hand-Held Graphing Technology in the Developmental Algebra Curriculum (Preprint) MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER EDUCATION, 37(3), 301-314. (2003).
Developmental Algebra with Function as the Underlying Theme 2003. Mathematics and Computer Education, 37 (1), 63-71
Graphing Technology - Tool of Choice for Teaching Developmental Mathematics 2001. The AMATYC Review, 24 (1), 41-55
On Teaching Intermediate Algebra from a Function Approach 1999. Virginia Mathematics Teacher, Vol. 25, No. 2
Sharp Corners, Rates of Change, Systems of Equations, CAS, and Geometric Transformations All in One Problem 1998. Proceedings of the 2nd T3 Japan National Conference
Issues with the developmental algebra curriculum and resulting pedagogy, MathAMATYC Educator, 13(3), 40-45.
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Published version.
This paper addresses 4 issues in the remedial algebra curriculum from a neuroscience perspective.
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Revised 1-17-2019
“Beliefs for the Algebra Curriculum & Pedagogy” provides evidence for changing four beliefs we have for algebra education. The beliefs are explain/example, practice, supplements, and the algebra curricular approach.
Using Core Brain Function to Teach Algebra
Why Is Algebra a Gatekeeper? Formerly NEW
Theory or Science? Somewhat New
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Algebra through Function Academy-Duck, North Carolina, Field Research Facility
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"Developmental Algebra Using a Function Approach"
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"Teaching in Context"
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