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We begin this chapter with a short discussion about the heart of mathematical activity, i.e., about what Wiskobas considers to be the essence of mathematical activity in primary school mathematics. The actual process of deciding on that essential activity is not discussed here.1 Therefore when speaking of “the” mathematical activity in this study, we shall mean that activity in mathematics education which is in accordance with Wiskobas’ ideals.
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Treffers, A. (1987). Starting Points. In: Three Dimensions. Mathematics Education Library, vol 3. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-3707-9_2
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