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Holton, D., Thomas, G. (2001). Mathematical Interactions and Their Influence on Learning. In: Clarke, D. (eds) Perspectives on Practice and Meaning in Mathematics and Science Classrooms. Mathematics Education Library, vol 25. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/0-306-47228-7_5

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