The Trouble with KISSing and Other Mnemonic Devices

Authors

  • Christy Danko Graybeal Hood College
  • Tricia K. Strickland Hood College

Abstract

In this article, the authors share research on the use of mnemonic devices in mathematics in-
struction. In particular, they address the following questions: What are mnemonic devices? What are their benefits? What should teachers be cautious about? How should mnemonic devices be used?


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Published

2018-01-09

How to Cite

Graybeal, C. D., & Strickland, T. K. (2018). The Trouble with KISSing and Other Mnemonic Devices. Ohio Journal of School Mathematics, 78(1). Retrieved from https://ohiomathjournal.org/index.php/OJSM/article/view/6126

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