Language and concepts as elements of thinking and their relationship to teaching mathematics

Document Type : Original Article

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1 Doctoral researcher in curricula and teaching methods of mathematics King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia

2 Professor of Curriculum and Teaching Methods of Mathematics, King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia

10.12816/ijches.2024.325169.1043

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The article addresses language and concepts as elements of thought and highlights the relationship between language, concepts, and teaching of mathematics. It points to the importance of language in supporting teaching and emphasizes that concepts are components of the cognitive structure of mathematics. Through a descriptive approach and by reviewing studies, books, and relevant literature, the two researchers reached several conclusions, the most important of which are: The significant importance of language and concepts in teaching mathematics. Language use can occur through symbols, orally, or in writing, but in all cases, it is indispensable in teaching mathematics. The concept is the fundamental structure of thinking and is an integral part of mathematical knowledge. Therefore, students' understanding of it means their understanding of the subject matter. As the researchers recommended the necessity of holding training courses for teachers to enable them to adapt language and its concepts to enhance mathematics teaching. Additionally, it stresses the need to select teaching strategies and methods centered around mathematical concepts and how to convey them to students in a way that enhances their learning.

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