Four worksheets are included, providing practice in estimation, computation, pattern recognition, and problem solving involving calculator use. (MNS)

Suggestions are given concerning the use of the pocket calculator for computations that are too trivial to be processed by a computer but too time-consuming for manual calculation. Several examples from arithmetic, algebra, trigonometry, and calculus are included. (DT)

An example of a lesson involving calculators that focused on calculator use is given. An examination of the traditional algorithm by the students led to student-directed investigations. (MP)

Three methods for using four-function, counting calculators for developing understanding of the meaning of square roots and operations on whole and rational numbers are described. (MP)

Exercises designed to aid students to practice or apply particular mathematical concepts and/or relationships using calculators are promoted, with four specific reasons for allowing this kind of activity. Specific cases dealing with number relationships and estimation are covered as examples. (MP)

The use of the hand-held calculator for introducing geometric growth is illustrated. The activity is designed for secondary school mathematics students. (MP)

It is suggested that the reasons for teaching the standard written algorithms for calculations are not out of date. Alternative algorithms, such as mental algorithms, calculators, and nonstandard written methods, are discussed. (MP)

Two problems are presented and discussed as a means of demonstrating that the calculator can play a more important role in the mathematics class than simply as a computational tool. (MP)

Three examples are given illustrating the use of the calculator in problems where determining patterns and making conjectures are stressed. (MP)

Introduces students to the study of dynamical systems through a number of learning activities that explore functions in general and linear and exponential functions in particular. Students use calculators to interpret graphs, find patterns in tables of data, and also use algebra. (DDR)

What is number sense, why it is important, how it is taught, and how it is measured are each discussed. Examples with concrete materials, calculators, and pattern recognition are included. (MNS)

This book, written for parents, presents short mathematics activities for use with young children. Most chapters contain an overview, educational objectives, needed materials, an estimate of initial time investment, introduction and preparation instructions, and activities. Activities are grouped as follows: kitchen math, calculators, measurement,…

This brief report describes an exploratory pilot project in which sixth-grade students used hand-held calculators throughout the school year. The report includes guidelines on the purchase and use of calculators as well as advice on gaining community support for such a project. Issues related to classroom management are discussed; in particular,…

A method of finding large primes is described. High school students can use the test using hand calculators, or by programing a computer. (SD)

An activity is presented in which students use eight-place pocket calculators to demonstrate their knowledge of correct order of operations for mathematical expressions. After performing an indicated computation and getting a result, the student inverts the calculator to obtain a word or abbreviation to be entered in a crossword puzzle. (MN)