Two games and one activity designed to be used with a hand-held calculator are presented. (MK)

A distinction is made between basic computational skills and skills related to applied mathematics and verbal problem solving. The advantages of using calculators for teaching the latter skills are discussed. (MP)

Six bonuses that students and teachers experience when using calculators are described. Then problem solving and creative problem-making are discussed, followed by practical suggestions for teachers who want to try calculators. Advice on personalizing the use of calculators and recognizing some of their limitations is also included. (MNS)

It is concluded: (1) elementary school students enjoy doing problems, but have trouble thinking them out; (2) students need to work on a variety of types; (3) calculator use can definitely help students become better; and (4) students need experience in group work. Details of the instructional approach used are provided. (MP)

Two posters that can provide simulated problem-solving experiences at a corner store are provided. (MK)

A calculator activity, described as a bingo game, emphasizes speedy calculations as well as problem solving. (JT)

Several problems that can be used with calculators are provided. Teaching tips and references are included. (MNS)

Calculators are seen to shift the student focus in problem-solving situations from "how to do it" to "what to do," by keeping computation from standing in the way when pupils write or solve problems. (MP)

Data from the 1977-78 mathematics assessment of the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) on the use of calculators are discussed. (MP) Aspect of National Assessment (NAEP) dealt with in this document: Results (Interpretation).

Problems focusing on number theory that can make good use of the calculator in discovering and proving simple theorems are proposed. The focus is on the properties of subtracting the smaller of a three digit number and its mirror number from the larger in a process that leads to zero. (MP)

This section has four topics: (1) sample mathematical competency problems for Indiana Elementary Teachers circa 1920; (2) an unusual problem suitable for calculators; (3) a unique way for teaching rounding off numbers; and (4) student construction of problems that create words on calculator displays when they are turned upside down. (MP)

A teacher describes the experiences of her fourth-grade students when using calculators during mathematics class. (MK)

The possibility of improving problem-solving performance and increasing interest in mathematics by incorporating calculators in the mathematics curriculum was investigated. Results indicate that teachers can experiment with calculators in the classroom without fear of endangering computational skills and a thoughtful program integrating…

Four worksheets are included, providing practice in estimation, computation, pattern recognition, and problem solving involving calculator use. (MNS)

Three methods for using four-function, counting calculators for developing understanding of the meaning of square roots and operations on whole and rational numbers are described. (MP)