A language-experience approach to teaching children to solve story problems is described. (JT)

Reptiles are used as a theme on four worksheets for practicing skills in computation, measurement, comparison, reading, and problem solving. (MNS)

Help to teachers for including discussion and investigations into their teaching, as recommended by the Cockcroft Report, is provided. Three algebra lessons are described as a way of getting started, and the degree of balance among teaching styles is discussed. (MNS)

A computer program is presented for the billiard ball problem. It can be integrated into a lesson on inductive reasoning and suggests several ways to do so. (MNS)

Benefits of Instant Logo are discussed. Activity cards are illustrated and suggestions for teaching the unit and managing the class are given. (MNS)

The game of "Guess What" is described as a stimulating vehicle for students to consider the unifying or distinguishing features of geometric figures. Teaching suggestions as well as the gameboard are provided. (MNS)

Develops a classification scheme for mathematical problem-solving activities. Presents problems generated in solid and plane geometry and fractions. (JM)

Patterns resulting from polygonal numbers are explored, with examples of triangular, square, pentagonal, rectangular, and other numbers. Tables and formulas to be developed are included. (MNS)

Describes: (1) a computation-oriented problem with procedures and some questions that might be asked of students; (2) four ways to help students develop positive problem-solving attitudes; (3) a strategy game; (4) a multiplication problem; and (5) several questions that will help students develop problem-solving skills. (JN)

The probability of winning the contest was analyzed, with the mathematical solution and a computer simulation given. A flowchart and computer program are both included. (MNS)

This annotated bibliography contains 12 references on computers in elementary school mathematics. Topics include developing mathematical concepts with microcomputer activities, teaching mathematics with computers in primary grades, microcomputers and problem solving, review for grade 1 software, early learning of logic and geometry using…

Learning activities regarding the future that can help high school students develop problem-solving skills and foster in them a feeling of stimulation and challenge when confronting change are described. (RM)

Discusses use of simulation/role playing to help students understand unfamiliar, controversial situations and practice decision making in a nonthreatening context. Essential steps in simulation/role playing, four actual simulation/role playing situations, and their learning outcomes are described, and information sources for further information on…

Beginning with a simple computer program to teach a fundamental concept and building in small increments is suggested. For the topic of repeated operations, three activities, an extension, and some problems are given. (MNS)

Students from suburban Boston schools were participants in a survival trip program. Accompanied by adults, the students were taken blindfolded to areas across town. Their goal was to find their way back to the school. To do this, students had to make full use of their environmental resources. (MA)