Diagrams in mathematics: to draw or not to draw?
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Date
2012
Authors
Mudaly, Vimolan
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Publisher
Faculty of Education, University of the Free State
Abstract
This paper describes the use of diagrams as self-explanatory tools. It considers the use of diagrams, in
general, and more specifically, examines research that is currently being undertaken in the broad field of
visualisation. The research participants referred to in this article were Advanced Certificate of Education
students and the paper attempts to analyse their responses to questions based on simple area problems
in mathematics. The outcome of this research underscores the strategic use of diagrams when dealing
with problem solving. While this is an ongoing research project, the paper attempts to capture the current
status of research on the use of diagrams.
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Keywords
Diagrams, Representations, Visualisation, Spatial, Self-explanation, Problem-solving, Experiential learning, Mathematical symbols
Citation
Mudaly, V. (2012). Diagrams in mathematics: to draw or not to draw?. Perspectives in Education, 30(2), 22-31.