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Peer reviewedTeitelbaum, Eli – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
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)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Concept Formation, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedMasse, Marie – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
Problems short on computation and long on logical thinking are suggested for development of logical thinking. A set of such problems is presented. (MP)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction, Logical Thinking
Peer reviewedGreenes, Carole E.; Immerzeel, George – Arithmetic Teacher, 1987
The focus is on multi-step problems, with suggestions on helping students understand the mathematical relations, decide which computational procedures to use, and identify the sequence in which computations should be performed. An activity to aid understanding of variables is also included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedO'Daffer, Phares G. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1985
The use of logical reasoning is illustrated with a problem and its solution process. Other suggestions for teaching problem solving are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Logic
Peer reviewedO'Daffer, Phares G. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1984
The problem-solving strategy of making an organized list is highlighted, with a problem and suggestions for teaching the strategy. Other suggestions for teaching problem solving are then presented. (MNS)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary School Teachers, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedLenchner, George – Arithmetic Teacher, 1985
The goals and history of the Mathematical Olympiads for Elementary Schools are described. Teams, levels, and gender are discussed, as well as teacher training, administration, scoring, and awards. Sample problems are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Guidelines, Mathematical Enrichment
Peer reviewedSnyder, Barbara B. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1973
Changing students' negative attitudes toward working story problems through a special weekly problem-solving activity is described. (DT)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedGrossman, Anne S. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1971
Descriptors: Educational History, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction, Manipulative Materials
Peer reviewedWright, Jone Perryman; Stevens, Nancy Kight – Arithmetic Teacher, 1983
The language-experience approach to problem solving is discussed. A theme park unit provides illustrations of how problem solving can be developed. (MNS)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning Activities, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedWillcutt, Bob – Arithmetic Teacher, 1980
A new version of a standard old problem is presented. Ways of solving, extending, and continuing the problem that make it applicable to many grade levels are discussed. (MK)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedOckenga, Earl; Duea, Joan – Arithmetic Teacher, 1979
Two posters are given containing sets of problems that are designed to stimulate interest in problem solving. Suggestions are given for the use of the posters. (MP)
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Instruction, Instructional Materials
Peer reviewedKurtz, Barry L. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1975
A game similar to Nim is described. Students in grades three through six have played the game in conjunction with the study of modular arithmetic,and have been able to develop winning strategies. (SD)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Experiential Learning, Games
Peer reviewedMaertens, Norbert – Arithmetic Teacher, 1969
Descriptors: Achievement, Arithmetic, Comparative Analysis, Elementary School Mathematics
Peer reviewedMcDermott, John J. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1969
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Elementary School Mathematics, Grade 6, Grade 7
Peer reviewedMasalski, William J. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
This article considers three ways to incorporate active learning in the exploration of mathematics: organizing centers, open-ended tasks, and the solving of good problems. (MP)
Descriptors: Curriculum, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Experiential Learning
