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| Learning | 13 |
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| Jackson, Robert | 1 |
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| Kline, Morris | 1 |
| Martin, Lyn | 1 |
| Ohanian, Susan | 1 |
| Raskin, Bruce, Ed. | 1 |
| Rosser, Phyllis | 1 |
| Souviney, Randall J. | 1 |
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| Journal Articles | 8 |
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| Reports - Descriptive | 2 |
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| Reference Materials -… | 1 |
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Kline, Morris – Learning, 1974
This article, by the author of "Why Johnny Can't Add," finds the New Math to be a failure as an instructional method since it is based on a reliance on artificial, complicated axioms that were invented to satisfy the needs of professional mathematicians, not students. (JA)
Descriptors: Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction, Modern Mathematics
Burns, Marilyn – Learning, 1979
Mathematics textbooks tend to provide testing rather than teaching situations because of their heavy emphasis on symbolism. This article offers manageable ways to sequence mathematics instruction so that there are connective links from one level of understanding to the next. (JMF)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Elementary Education, Mathematical Experience, Mathematics
Burns, Marilyn – Learning, 1979
Specific strategies and examples for teaching mathematical computation skills are presented as samples of ways to teach starting with the concrete and ending with the abstract. (JMF)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematical Concepts
Bezuska, Stanley J. – Learning, 1975
This article illustrates new ways of presenting math problems to interest students. (PD)
Descriptors: Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction, Teaching Methods
Jackson, Robert – Learning, 1979
Misconceptions and abuses of manipulative aids for teaching mathematics are discussed, as well as suggestions for their more effective use. (JMF)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Educational Media, Elementary Education, Manipulative Materials
Judd, Wallace P. – Learning, 1975
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction
Souviney, Randall J. – Learning, 1975
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Measurement, Intellectual Development, Mathematics
Learning, 1978
Games to develop mathematics skills for elementary school children are described. (JD)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Educational Games, Elementary Education, Mathematics
Raskin, Bruce, Ed. – Learning, 1980
Price, address of distributor, and brief descriptions are given for "Learning"'s most highly rated audiovisual teaching materials of 1979. (LH)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Educational Media, Elementary Secondary Education, Films
Martin, Lyn – Learning, 1974
Describes methods of utilizing kitchen garbage for teaching science, math, social studies, geography, art, and language. (JA)
Descriptors: Art Education, Ecology, Geography, Instructional Materials
Learning, 1983
Thirty-five outstanding educational programs were identified by a panel composed of educators, parents, and students. Computer programs are listed in the areas of reading and language arts, mathematics, general problem solving, science, social studies, creative arts, foreign languages, and computer literacy. (PP)
Descriptors: Autoinstructional Aids, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Programs
Ohanian, Susan – Learning, 1984
The beginning of the school year is an excellent time for teachers to reevaluate their curriculum and think about what children really need to know. Suggestions for developing innovative and creative teaching techniques in language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies are discussed. (DF)
Descriptors: Curriculum Design, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Innovation
Rosser, Phyllis – Learning, 1979
A City Building Education System uses the process of city planning to teach basic reading, writing, and math skills to children from kindergarten through junior high school and to stimulate creative thinking and problem solving abilities. (JMF)
Descriptors: City Government, Communication Skills, Decision Making Skills, Elementary Secondary Education
