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Promoting Problem-Solving Skills Through Nonverbal Problems
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Trueblood, Cecil R. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1969
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematics, Problem Solving
Equivalence and Equality
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Sanders, Walter J. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1969
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction, Mathematics
Improving Problem-Solving Skills.
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Sims, Jacqueline – Arithmetic Teacher, 1969
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning, Learning Activities
Problem Solving
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Pottenger, May Jo; Leth, Leonard – Arithmetic Teacher, 1969
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction, Mathematics
Problem Solving and the Development of Cognitive Structure
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O'Brien, Thomas C.; Shapiro, Bernard J. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1969
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning, Learning Theories
Investigation of Line Crossing in a Circle
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Vaughn, Ruth K. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1971
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, Deduction, Geometric Concepts
Functions, Part 1-Functions and How We Use Them, Part 2-Some Special Functions
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Johnson, David C.; Cohen, Louis S. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1970
Part I reviews the mathematical definition of function, and then presents some practical uses of functions in such areas as substitution in a formula, equation solving, and curve fitting. Part II gives examples of functions that can be used to describe some real life situations. (RP)
Descriptors: Graphs, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics
Mathematics Educators Must Help Face the Environmental Pollution Challenge
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Henderson, George L.; Van Beck, Mary – Arithmetic Teacher, 1970
Descriptors: Ecology, Elementary School Mathematics, Environmental Education, Instruction
A Look at Nets of Cubes
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Wardrop, R. F. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1970
Explains a discovery activity using the possible positions of the faces of a cube when represented in two dimensions. Suggests rules which would determine which of the edges would connect if the drawing were folded to form the cube. (RS)
Descriptors: Discovery Processes, Geometric Concepts, Induction, Instruction
An Analysis of the Effects of Arithmetic Homework Upon the Arithmetic Achievement of Third-Grade Pupils.
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Maertens, Norbert – Arithmetic Teacher, 1969
Descriptors: Achievement, Arithmetic, Comparative Analysis, Elementary School Mathematics
Old MacDonald Builds a Fence
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Page, Robert L. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1973
The problems of determining the rectangle having maximal area given a constant perimeter, given a constant total for three sides, and given a constant total for the perimeter plus a perpendicular bisector of a side are all discussed. (DT)
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Instruction, Mathematical Applications
Problem Solving with Enthusiasm--the mathematics laboratory
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Schaefer, Anne W.; Mauthe, Albert H. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1970
Presented are ten problems for the mathematics laboratory in the intermediate grades, the children's reactions to the laboratory, and the authors' evaluation of it. (RP)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Elementary School Mathematics, Enrichment Activities, Grade 5
A Calculator Activity that Teaches Mathematics
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Lappan, Glenda; Winter, Mary Jean – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
A calculator activity, described as a bingo game, emphasizes speedy calculations as well as problem solving. (JT)
Descriptors: Calculators, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Games