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1996
Zoo Zillions contains five activities for grades K-2: Annie's Jungle Trail, 3D Gallery, Number Line Express, Gnu Ewe Boutique, and Fish Stories. These activities enable children to review and practice basic mathematics skills; identify three-dimensional shapes, watch them in motion, and create their own three-dimensional designs; locate numbers…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Basic Skills, Computer Software, Concept Formation
Peer reviewedGerver, Mikhail – Quantum, 1992
Challenges the readers comprehension of mathematical induction by presenting four examples of arguments that misrepresent the concept. Discusses the reasons why the arguments lead to false conclusions. (MDH)
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation, Enrichment Activities
Download full textRyan, Walter F. – 1997
This collection of activities demonstrates how the study of elementary mathematics can be extended beyond the school and involve teachers and students in investigative, problem-based experiences. The activities include topics in geometry, concept of number, algebra, measurement, graphing, statistics, and probability, and are organized into five…
Descriptors: Algebra, Arithmetic, Concept Formation, Educational Strategies
California Univ., Los Angeles. Center for Language Education and Research. – 1990
This manual is part of a series of materials designed to reinforce essential concepts in physical science through interactive, language-sensitive, problem-solving exercises emphasizing cooperative learning. The materials are intended for limited-English-proficient (LEP) students in beginning physical science classes. The materials are for teams of…
Descriptors: Biology, Concept Formation, Cooperative Learning, English for Science and Technology
College Entrance Examination Board, Princeton, NJ. – 1990
Students who study algebra are more likely to attend college than those who don't. A major hurdle for students in studying algebra is the transition from arithmetic to algebra. In response to overcoming this hurdle, the College Board and Educational Testing Service has developed "Algebridge," a teaching supplement that integrates…
Descriptors: Algebra, Cognitive Development, Concept Formation, Critical Thinking
California Univ., Los Angeles. Center for Language Education and Research. – 1990
This manual is part of a series of materials designed to reinforce essential concepts in physical science through interactive, language-sensitive, problem-solving exercises emphasizing cooperative learning. The manual is intended for limited-English-proficient (LEP) students in beginning physical science classes. The materials are for teams of two…
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Cooperative Learning, English for Science and Technology, English (Second Language)
California Univ., Los Angeles. Center for Language Education and Research. – 1990
This manual is part of a series of materials designed to reinforce essential concepts in physical science through interactive, language-sensitive, problem-solving exercises emphasizing cooperative learning. The manual is intended for limited-English-proficient (LEP) students in beginning physical science classes. The materials are for teams of two…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Concept Formation, Cooperative Learning, English for Science and Technology
