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Zaslavsky, Claudia – Arithmetic Teacher, 1991
Discussed is the study of mathematics as a cultural product. The Perimeter-and-Area Project and the Graph-Theory Project are described as well as the affective outcomes of both projects. The importance of broadening the mathematics curriculum multiculturally is discussed. (KR)
Descriptors: Career Awareness, Cultural Awareness, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
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Taylor, Lyn; And Others – Arithmetic Teacher, 1991
Presented are practical activities relevant to teaching mathematics in the American Indian culture that can be used in the non-Indian classroom. Discussed are tessellations, exercises that allow for artistic creativity and geometric exploration. The use of Pascal's triangle is included. (KR)
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, Cultural Awareness, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics