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Peer reviewedBaker, John D.; Beisel, Raymond W. – School Science and Mathematics, 2001
Uses a traditional approach with problem solving, a concrete approach with manipulatives, and a visual approach with computer spreadsheets to teach the arithmetic mean to 22 children in grades 4-6 in three multiage groups. Differences among pretest, posttest, and interview performances suggest some advantage to the use of a visual instructional…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Education, Manipulative Materials, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedRudolph, William B.; Tvrdik, Debra – School Science and Mathematics, 1991
Described is a strategy that allows students to experiment with probability without applying formulas to solve problems. Students are able to intuitively develop concepts of probability before formal definitions and properties. Sample problems are included along with BASIC programs for some of the problems. (KR)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Software, Learning Activities, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedAustin, Joe Dan – School Science and Mathematics, 1992
Presents several problems that use calculator or computer-generated graphs of the absolute value function as related to the maximum and minimum functions to illustrate the statistical concepts of range, median, mean, and variance. (MDH)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computer Assisted Instruction, Discovery Learning, Functions (Mathematics)
Peer reviewedPearlman, Susan; Pericak-Spector, Kathleen – School Science and Mathematics, 1995
Presents a lesson using chocolate chip cookies to involve children in scientific investigation and mathematical reasoning. (Author/MKR)
Descriptors: Consumer Education, Data Analysis, Integrated Activities, Intermediate Grades
Peer reviewedSunal, Dennis; Tracy, Dyanne M., Eds. – School Science and Mathematics, 1991
An activity in which students establish criteria outlining what constitutes wasted paper, calculate averages, and compute the number of trees needed to produce a measured amount of wasted paper is described. The mathematics and science concepts, objectives, rationale, content overview, lesson outline, and extensions are included. (KR)
Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Cooperative Learning, Ecology, Environmental Education
