Using manipultives in the foundations of arithmetic: main report; examples for teachers

Susan Gifford; Rose Griffiths; Jenni Back

Using manipultives in the foundations of arithmetic: main report; examples for teachers

Susan Gifford
, Rose Griffiths
, Jenni Back

School of Education

Research output: Book/Report › Other report › peer-review

Abstract

Research in teaching arithmetic to young children suggests that manipulatives can support mathematical development. However, the most effective ways to use manipulatives are not clearly understood by teachers, and so they are often under-used.

This study explored the learning and teaching of basic arithmetic for children aged 3 to 9, focusing on the effective use of manipulatives. The researchers reviewed current and historical research and practice. They then developed detailed exemplars of good practice together with teachers and children.

Original language	English
Publisher	University of Leicester
Commissioning body	Nuffield Foundation
Number of pages	24
Publication status	Published - Mar 2017

Keywords

manipulatives
primary education
arithmetic

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