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Peer reviewedBalk, G. D. – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1971
Descriptors: Algebra, Discovery Learning, Geometry, Induction
Peer reviewedDacey, Raymond – Mathematics Teacher, 1974
The problem of finding the area of a regular polygon is presented as a good example of a mathematical discovery that leads to a significant generalization. The problem of finding the number of sides which will maximize the area under certain conditions leads to several interesting results. (LS)
Descriptors: Calculus, Discovery Learning, Generalization, Geometric Concepts
Peer reviewedOcrant, Ian – Mathematics Teacher, 1973
Details are given of a method used by a student in discovering the relationships between the area under the sine curve and the unit circle. Two computer programs for the required calculations are included. (DT)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Discovery Learning, Geometric Concepts, Instruction
