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Peer reviewedWilf, Herbert S. – American Mathematical Monthly, 1979
A few examples are discussed of situations where some solution to writing a computer program for an algorithmic problem is immediately evident, but the best solution is some distance away. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, College Mathematics, Higher Education, Instruction
Peer reviewedVaughn, Ruth K. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1971
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, Deduction, Geometric Concepts
Peer reviewedHancock, Robert R. – Mathematics Teacher, 1976
Identifying the larger (L), smaller (S) and difference (D) of two real numbers, and then selecting the appropriate relationship between L, D, and S can help students solve algebra word problems. (SD)
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, Curriculum, Instruction
Peer reviewedStill, Ebbe; Sara, Rolf – Journal of Chemical Education, 1977
Presents compact algorithms, suitable for use with hand held calculators, for the calculation of potentiometric titration curves. (SL)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, Chemical Reactions, Chemistry
Peer reviewedKnudson, George E.; Nimrod, Dale – Journal of Chemical Education, 1977
Presents an exact equation for calculating the volume of titrant as a function of the hydrogen ion concentration suitable for calculation on a hand held calculator. (SL)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, Chemical Reactions, Chemistry
Peer reviewedMcCabe, John; Ransom, Marshall R. – Mathematics Teacher, 1979
A class's struggle with the computer solution of a nontrivial problem is related. The use of algorithms allowed a trial-and-error approach.
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Programs, Instruction, Number Concepts
Peer reviewedZweng, Marilyn J. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1972
The role of division of whole numbers in problem solving and the implications for teaching division computation are examined. Deleting the teaching of division facts, and obtaining solutions by using multiplication facts, is advocated. (DT)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Division, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction
Peer reviewedHostetler, Robert P. – Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, 1973
Descriptors: Algorithms, Curriculum, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction
Peer reviewedWatson, F. R. – Mathematics in School, 1975
The teaching of non-numerical flow charting to all pupils is advocated as a means of preparing students for decision making. Several sample problems are provided. (SD)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Curriculum, Flow Charts, Instruction
Peer reviewedMathematics Teacher, 1979
Topics covered include alternate methods for finding LCM and GCF, imaginative word problems, and a primes-breakdown method of factoring quadratics. (MP)
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, Instruction, Learning Activities
PDF pending restorationHiggins, Jon L., Ed. – 1976
Abstracts of 28 research reports are provided. The reports were prepared by investigators for presentation at the 54th annual meeting of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. A broad range of topics related to mathematics education are covered. Three reports concern the effects of differing presentations of mathematics, four are related…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Attitudes, Evaluation, Instruction
Peer reviewedJencks, Stanley M.; Peck, Donald M. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1972
Descriptors: Algorithms, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions, Instruction
Download full textGerlach, Vernon S.; Schmid, Richard F. – 1978
This experiment was conducted to determine the efficiency of three forms of an algorithm of known effectiveness and the effects of its availability following initial instruction. The dependent variable was time to solve computational problems requiring rule application. The algorithm was presented in three forms: prose, flowchart, and gradual…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computation, Educational Research, Flow Charts
Peer reviewedWhitman, Betsey; Cook, Donald – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1977
A method for teaching students to solve complex algebraic equations is described. The method, which relies on sequentially reducing the complexity of the problem has been successfully used with secondary students and in remedial college courses. (SD)
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, College Mathematics, Higher Education
Peer reviewedThwaites, G. N. – Mathematics in School, 1982
An attempt is made to show that algebra is rarely obvious, and merely expecting children to learn rules is an oversimplification. Sections cover: (1) The Non-visual Nature of Algebra; (2) The Apparently Arbitrary Nature of Algebra; (3) The Relationship Between Symbolism, System and Question; (4) The Complex Nature of Algebra; and (5) Some…
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, Equations (Mathematics), Instruction
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