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Peer reviewedWatkins, Ann E.; Watkins, William – Mathematics Teacher, 1980
A geometric model used to teach properties of rational numbers to college students is described. (MK)
Descriptors: Activities, Fractions, Higher Education, Manipulative Materials
Gardner, Martin – Scientific American, 1979
Discusses some mathematical games concerning the packing of squares. (HM)
Descriptors: Educational Games, Game Theory, Games, Mathematical Applications
Peer reviewedBradford, John W. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1980
Money models that can be used in a group-instruction mode and a shorthand notation that allows students to demonstrate their ability to count out change by a written procedure are described and discussed. (MK)
Descriptors: Educational Media, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematical Models
Peer reviewedKimberling, Clark – Mathematics Teacher, 1984
A computer program is presented which simulates the classical probability machine, using Applesoft II high-resolution graphics. Many variables are left to the user's choosing. Suggestions for using the machine, understanding the problem, the mathematical model, and further program documentation are given. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Computer Simulation, Mathematical Models
Peer reviewedBurghes, David N. – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1980
Mathematical modeling is defined. Examples are used to show that there are models available which illustrate both the traditional use of mathematics in the physical science and its newer use in nonphysical disciplines, and which are at a suitable level for teaching in schools. (Author/MK)
Descriptors: Interdisciplinary Approach, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Models, Mathematics Curriculum
Peer reviewedEvans, James R. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1980
The use of mathematical modelling as a systematic framework for solving word problems is presented. Applications for typical elementary algebra and calculus problems are featured. (MP)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Higher Education, Learning Theories
Peer reviewedLeutzinger, Larry P.; Nelson, Glen – Arithmetic Teacher, 1980
Ways are presented to help students develop precomputational fraction concepts and skills using a circular-region or "pie" model. (MK)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions
Peer reviewedWapner, Leonard M. – Mathematics Teacher, 1984
Two models are presented that can be understood by students who have completed second-year algebra, as well as by calculus students. The predator-prey population model and the arms race model are included, with a computer program given for each. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Programs, Higher Education, Learning Activities
Carss, Marjorie, Ed.; Osborne, Alan, Ed. – 1982
Mathematical skills and reasoning and their applications are considered as forming one of the basic and essential areas of knowledge and experience that should be available to all Australian children. This collection of essays explaining problem solving in mathematics as an organizing theme for current and future curriculum development is a means…
Descriptors: Educational Planning, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning, Mathematical Applications
Grier, James W. – Creative Computing, 1980
The development of a mathematics model to simulate small animal populations is described. Assumptions of the population model and options in the program are discussed. (MK)
Descriptors: Biology, Computer Programs, Computer Science, Computers
Peer reviewedLester, Frank K., Jr. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1984
It is suggested that elementary school students find rational numbers troublesome because some teachers have an inadequate understanding of rational number concepts and poor facility with rational numbers skills. How to help them overcome difficulties, develop concepts, and know what topics to emphasize are discussed. (MNS)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Decimal Fractions, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
