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Developing Computational Fluency in Multi-Digit Multiplication: A Learning Trajectory Approach
Kristen Tripet, Janette Bobis & Jenni WayLearning trajectories illustrate a pathway of learning in mathematical domains. Knowing how students develop particular mathematical knowledge informs the construction of learning trajectories, providing a link between conceptual understanding and task selection (Simon & Tzur, 2004). Much of the research in multi-digit multiplication has focused on strategies used by children to solve problems, with limited research outlining successful pathways to developing understanding and how these apply to the classroom setting (Bobis, 2007; Fuson, 2003). This presentation focuses on articulating a learning trajectory for multi- digit multiplication through an examination of relevant research. This trajectory will be the basis for further study and investigation through a teaching experiment with Year 5 students. It is anticipated that the study will demonstrate how tasks can be used to effectively promote the learning process.

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Research papers will be blind reviewed by a panel of peers approved by the conference committee. The main purpose of the refereeing process is to contribute to the growth and development of quality practice in mathematics education research. Thus reviewers are asked to assist authors by providing helpful feedback and to comment on the suitability of papers for presentation at the conference. Accordingly, it will not be assumed that published papers presented at the conference will be as polished as articles in scholarly journals. Referees will be asked to assess papers being reviewed against the accepted norms for scholarly works presented at MERGA conferences, as set out above.

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