Is math taught better with abstractions or examples?

If there are two trains speeding toward each other, what is the acceleration of coins tossed at algebra instructors? Item: Abstract Math Produces Tangible Learning, Study Finds ...
April 25, 2008

If there are two trains speeding toward each other, what is the acceleration of coins tossed at algebra instructors?

Item: Abstract Math Produces Tangible Learning, Study Finds

http://chronicle.com/news/article/4364/abstract-math-produces-tangible-learning-study-finds?utm_source=at&utm_medium=en

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Leland was Editor-in-Chief of Machine Design. He has 34 years of Service and holds a B.S. Engineering from the University of Michigan, a B.S. Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan;, and a MBA from Cleveland State University. Prior to joining Penton, Lee worked as a Communications design engineer for the U.S. Government.

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