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Using Students' Interests as Algebraic Models
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Whaley, Kenneth A. – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 2012
Fostering algebraic thinking is an important goal for middle-grades mathematics teachers. Developing mathematical reasoning requires that teachers cultivate students' habits of mind. Teachers develop students' understanding of algebra by engaging them in tasks that involve modeling and representation. This study was designed to investigate how…
Descriptors: Interests, Word Problems (Mathematics), Mathematics Teachers, Algebra
The Thinking of Students--A Simple Solution...or Is It?
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Yolles, Arlene – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 2001
Presents students' various solutions to a word problem. (KHR)
Descriptors: Algebra, Learning Strategies, Mathematics Education, Middle Schools
A Weighty Problem Solved.
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McClain, Kay, Ed. – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 1997
A word problem concerning weights of a pail containing different amounts of nails appeared in January 1997 issue of Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School. Teachers were invited to try the problem with classes and submit examples of students' work with a brief analysis. This article contains three student solutions. Argues that posing such…
Descriptors: Junior High Schools, Learning Strategies, Mathematics Activities, Mathematics Instruction
Power On! Bringing Geometry into the Classroom with Videodisc Technology.
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Zech, Linda; And Others – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 1994
Describes two problem-solving videodisc adventure stories related to geometry and reports reactions of (n=25) teachers and their students who used the adventures. Results found teachers and students had increased knowledge of ways to apply geometry. (12 references) (MKR)
Descriptors: Geometry, Interactive Video, Intermediate Grades, Learning Activities
Mental Computation in the Middle Grades: The Importance of Thinking Strategies.
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McIntosh, Alistair; And Others – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 1997
Focuses on mental strategies for computing in the middle grades. Describes what they are and why they are important. Refers to relevant research and presents some teaching ideas for developing these strategies beyond the primary grades. Includes a discussion of the role of mental calculation in everyday life both past and future. Contains 27…
Descriptors: Computation, Intermediate Grades, Junior High Schools, Learning Strategies