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| Duncan, David R. | 1 |
| Francis, Richard L. | 1 |
| Litwiller, Bonnie H. | 1 |
| Perham, Arnold E. | 1 |
| Perham, Bernadette H. | 1 |
| Taback, Stanley F. | 1 |
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Peer reviewedTaback, Stanley F. – Mathematics Teacher, 1988
Argues that there is a sense of surprise and wonder that can result from looking back at problem solutions and there is a potential for then creating unexpected, even memorable, alternative solutions. Example problems with routine solutions and alternative approaches uncovered while "looking back" at the solution are given. (PK)
Descriptors: Creative Thinking, Learning Strategies, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedFrancis, Richard L. – Mathematics Teacher, 1978
Some unconventional word problems containing excessive, inconsistent, or inadequate data and their possible limitations and benefits in a mathematics classroom are discussed. (JT)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Instruction, Mathematics Education, Problem Solving
Peer reviewedGreitzer, Samuel L. – Mathematics Teacher, 1977
The problems presented at the U.S. Sixth Mathematical Olympiad as well as how the Olympiad selects, trains, and encourages future mathematicians is described. (JT)
Descriptors: Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Problem Solving
Peer reviewedLitwiller, Bonnie H.; Duncan, David R. – Mathematics Teacher, 1977
Ten problems involving large calculations are described for classroom use with a calculator. (JT)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Instruction, Learning Activities
Peer reviewedGreitzer, Samuel L. – Mathematics Teacher, 1975
A discussion of the performance of the United States team in international competition is discussed. The contest problems are included. (SD)
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, High Achievement, International Education, International Programs
Peer reviewedPerham, Arnold E.; Perham, Bernadette H. – Mathematics Teacher, 1979
A description of a one-semester course in applications from the management sciences is given. (MK)
Descriptors: Administration, College Bound Students, Games, Management Systems
