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    Is math taught better with abstractions or examples?

    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 ...

    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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