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Paper Folding Promotes Mathematical Thinking.

Authors :
Wares, Arsalan
Source :
Mathematics Teacher. Sep2014, Vol. 108 Issue 2, p160-160. 1p.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

The article presents the author's views on a mathematical problem as part of a paper-folding activity focusing on perimeter for secondary school students. He states that solving a problem successfully is intellectually gratifying and is a learning opportunity. He discusses the solution to the mathematical problem which involves a paper strip with a perimeter of 22 inches.

Details

Language :
English
Volume :
108
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Mathematics Teacher
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
98017007
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.5951/mathteacher.108.2.0160