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Peer reviewedYeshurun, Shraga – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1980
Presented is an example meant to enable students with a scant mathematical education to grasp the meaning of the limit of the binomial distribution. (Author/TG)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Models, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedHahn, H. P. – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1975
A game based on the group of permutations on four symbols is described. The game can be used in the study of many algebraic concepts. (SD)
Descriptors: Algebra, Elementary Secondary Education, Games, Instruction
Peer reviewedBook, Ronald V. – American Mathematical Monthly, 1988
The "word problem" is stated for a given collection. Facts regarding Dehn's Algorithm, definition of Thue systems, a rewriting system, lemmas and corollaries are provided. The situation is examined where the monoid presented by a finite Thue system is a group. (DC)
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Algebra, Algorithms, College Mathematics
Peer reviewedBonsangue, Martin V. – Mathematics Teacher, 1993
Geometric interpretations and derivations of the six trigonometric relationships are demonstrated. Selected for discussion are limiting values, geometric verification of trigonometric identities, a one-dimensional illustration of the Pythagorean relationships, and the geometric derivation of infinite-series relationships. (DE)
Descriptors: Geometry, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Models, Mathematics Education
Sai, Khoo Phon; Inder, Walter R. D. – Journal of Science and Mathematics Education in Southeast Asia, 1984
Three different models with continuous materials, discontinuous materials, and number lines were used to study the operation concept in six investigations on multiplication with fractions with pupils aged 11-12 in a Penang International School. All approaches could be understood by pupils, but they preferred the area and fractional models. (MNS)
Descriptors: Educational Research, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions
Peer reviewedReys, Robert E. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1981
A model that can be effectively used to develop the notion of function and provide varied practice by using "real world" examples and concrete objects is covered. The use of Popsicle-sticks is featured, with some suggestions for tasks involving functions with one operation, two operations, and inverse operations covered. (MP)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning Activities, Mathematical Concepts
Peer reviewedDaniels, David S. – Mathematics Teacher, 1989
Discusses the use of scaling test scores for an algebra class. Provides example data, several equations used in scaling, and graphs. (YP)
Descriptors: Algebra, Equated Scores, Equations (Mathematics), Mathematical Concepts
Peer reviewedMagill, K. D., Jr. – American Mathematical Monthly, 1988
The problem of finding all topological spaces is considered. Two characterizations are presented whose proofs involve only elementary notions and techniques. The problem is appropriate for students in a beginning topology course after they have been presented with the Embedding Lemma. (DC)
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Algebra, College Mathematics, Geometry
Peer reviewedHunt, William J. – Mathematics Teacher, 1995
Shows how to model Newton's method for approximating roots on a spreadsheet. (MKR)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computation, Computer Uses in Education, Mathematical Concepts
Peer reviewedKrach, Mike – Ohio Journal of School Mathematics, 1998
Illustrates the addition, subtraction, and representation of fractions using an area model and a measurement model. Also demonstrates multiplication and division of fractions by employing the area model. (ASK)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Elementary Secondary Education, Fractions, Manipulative Materials
Hill, Linda; Rothery, Andrew – Mathematics Teaching, 1975
Mathematical modelling activities related to everyday situations (e.g., traffic lights) can be used to develop probability concepts. (SD)
Descriptors: Educational Games, Instruction, Learning Activities, Mathematical Concepts
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 reviewedSwetz, Frank – Mathematics Teacher, 1989
Discusses the use of mathematical modeling. Describes types, examples, and importance of mathematical models. (YP)
Descriptors: Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Formulas, Mathematical Models, Mathematics Curriculum
Peer reviewedFlemming, Wilfred – Mathematics in School, 1977
Described are various common misconceptions about the nature of mathematics and suggests that courses or activities based on model building might help change these. Two examples are offered. (SD)
Descriptors: Curriculum, Instruction, Learning Activities, Mathematical Applications
Peer reviewedHigginson, William – Mathematics Teacher, 1981
The mathematics of an educational game commonly known as "Frogs" is analyzed to see different mathematical concepts imbedded in it. (MP)
Descriptors: Educational Games, Learning Theories, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Concepts


