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Peer reviewedMoser, Carl J. – Lutheran Education, 1980
"Chisanbop" is a Korean word which means finger calculation method. It is based on the Korean abacus, and its emphasis is on fives. By using Chisanbop techniques, one can add, subtract, multiply, and divide large numbers. Chisanbop can be taught most effectively to large groups in the second grade. (JN)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Computation, Elementary Education, Grade 2
Peer reviewedNicholson, A. R. – Mathematics in School, 1989
Presents examples of 3-by-3 and 4-by-4 magic squares. Proves that the numbers 1 to 10 can not be fitted to the intersections of a pentagram and that the sum of the 4 numbers on each line is always 22. (YP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Higher Education, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Formulas
Peer reviewedSchwartzman, Jan; Shultz, Harris S. – Mathematics Teacher, 1989
A square-dance number is defined as an even number which has the property that the set which consisted of the numbers one through the even number can be partitioned into pairs so that the sum of each pair is a square. Theorems for identifying square-dance numbers are discussed. (YP)
Descriptors: Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Formulas, Mathematical Logic, Mathematics
Harris, Mary Jo; VanDevender, Evelyn M. – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1990
Identifies four causes of confusion in reading mathematics related to numbers, symbols and sentences, vocabulary, and directionality. Discusses techniques for overcoming each type of the confusion. (YP)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Computation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Peer reviewedSawyer, W. W. – Mathematics in School, 1989
This article discusses the classroom use of discovery of number pattern. Provided are examples of a table of squares, multiplications of numbers, and algebraic expressions. (YP)
Descriptors: Algebra, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematical Applications
Denver Public Schools, CO. Dept. of Instructional Services. – 1981
The objectives and the scope and sequence for the elementary school mathematics program of the Denver Public Schools (Colorado) are presented. The guide begins with a statement of the philosophy and general objectives of the K-12 mathematics program and a discussion of the methods of achieving those objectives. Several important ideas and concepts…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Cognitive Objectives, Educational Philosophy, Elementary Education
