The Loss of Accuracy: Pitfalls and Implications for Mathematics Instruction.

Glidden, Peter Lochiel

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ERIC Number: EJ458191

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1992

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The Loss of Accuracy: Pitfalls and Implications for Mathematics Instruction.

Glidden, Peter Lochiel

Mathematics Teacher, v85 n9 p711-15 Dec 1992

Offers examples of loss of accuracy when using digital computing devices. Discusses causes for loss of accuracy and methods of preventing loss. Presents implications that loss of accuracy has for mathematics instruction. (MDH)

Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Microcomputers, Number Concepts, Secondary Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Computer Programs

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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