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Tupouniua, John Griffith – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 2022
A growing emphasis on computational thinking worldwide necessitates student proficiency in creating algorithms. Focusing on the use of counterexamples for developing student-invented algorithms, I reanalyze two pieces of data from previously published research, pertaining to two different cases of students' algorithmatizing activity. In both…
Descriptors: Computation, Thinking Skills, Mathematics, Logical Thinking
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Immerzeel, George; Wiederanders, Don – Arithmetic Teacher, 1972
Students use a spinner device to generate numbers, which they then insert into given open sentences and search for true statements. (MM)
Descriptors: Algebra, Arithmetic, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions
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Mathematics Teacher, 1980
Practical tips on the teaching of subtraction, addition and subtraction of fractions, and finding the vertex of a parabola are given. (MK)
Descriptors: Addition, Algebra, Discovery Learning, Fractions
Vincennes Univ., IN. – 1981
Intended for use as a part of the adult basic education teaching/learning management system called CUBE (Continuity and Unity in Basic Education), these instructional materials consist of a math placement inventory, guide sheets, mastery tests, and eight sections of learning activities covering areas of basic mathematics. Topics addressed in the…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Programs, Algebra, Arithmetic
Baenziger, Betty – 1977
Through the use of word problems relevant to the field of office occupations education, this workbook presents a concept-oriented approach to competency development in ten areas of basic mathematics: (1) the expression of numbers as figures and words; (2) the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and…
Descriptors: Addition, Algebra, Basic Skills, College Mathematics
Baenziger, Betty – 1977
Utilizing word problems relevant to the field of environmental health, this workbook presents a concept-oriented approach to competency development in 14 areas of basic mathematics: (1) the expression of numbers as figures and words; (2) the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; (3)…
Descriptors: Addition, Algebra, Basic Skills, College Mathematics
Becker, Joanne Rossi, Ed.; Pence, Barbara J., Ed. – 1993
This two-volume document provides the proceedings of a conference on the psychology of mathematics education. Plenary session themes were "Diversity and Equity," (with papers by Gilah Leder; Walter Secada; and Ubiratan D'Ambrosio), "Teacher Education," (with a paper by Thomas Cooney), and "Technology" (with papers by…
Descriptors: Algebra, Alternative Assessment, Beliefs, Cognitive Development
James Madison Univ., Harrisonburg, VA. Workforce Improvement Network. – 2002
This guide presents math-focused learning projects and accompanying inquiry activities to help students pass the math portion of the GED 2002. It is Volume 2 of a proposed four-volume series; Volume 1 describing the concept of the GED as project is also available. Section 1 relates GED as project to the math portion of the GED and explains how…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Algebra, Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Style