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Peer reviewedJacobs, Judith E. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1983
Since problem solving is recommended as the focus of school mathematics, it should be given emphasis in programs for teacher preparation. A course should focus on strategies for solving problems, rather than simply using problem-solving techniques as other content is studied. (MNS)
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Editorials, Elementary Secondary Education, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedDay, Roger P. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1986
A problem-solving component for the junior high school mathematics curriculum is described. A sample worksheet of routine problems is included, and suggestions for working with nonroutine problems are given. (MNS)
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Junior High School Students, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Instruction
