Functional Algebraic Thinker

Sub Trajectory: Functions-as-Objects

In functional thinking, generalizes functional relationships between two data sets,  understanding the boundaries of generalizability and thus understanding the function as a math object.

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Given a situation involving two data sets, relates the columns in a t-chart, describing the specific math transformation in a formula and understands that changing any conditions would change the relationship. Uses variables to show the change, such as C = S + S changed to C = S + S + 1 if the engine is counted.

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Institute of Education Sciences
The research reported here was supported by the Institute of Education Sciences, U.S. Department of Education, through grant numbers R305K050157, R305A120813, R305A110188, and R305A150243. to the University of Denver. The opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not represent views of the Institute or the U.S. Department of Education.