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Reasoning as a mathematical habit of mind

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  02 March 2020

Mike Askew
Mike Askew*
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University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
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In this paper I look at different aspects of mathematical reasoning, and argue that we need to make sure students of all ages engage in a range of mathematical reasoning, particularly given the evidence that teaching for reasoning is a powerful complement to teaching that is more focused on skills and procedures.

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The Mathematical Gazette , Volume 104 , Issue 559 , March 2020, pp. 1 - 11
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© Mathematical Association 2020

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