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Gibb, Allan A. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1984
A brief overview is given of the part of meteorology which deals with the circulation of the atmosphere. This is followed by eight illustrative application problems for mathematics classes. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Higher Education, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Instruction
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Gibb, Allan A. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1984
This second part of a two-part article highlights some mathematics involved in the study of meteorology. Examples are given of the application of mathematics to the study of the atmosphere, with three problems discussed. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Higher Education, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Instruction
Kastner, Bernice – 1985
Designed to serve as a supplement for high school level mathematics, this publication contains activities which aim to enhance mathematical knowledge and skills and to assist students in understanding aerospace technology and its achievements. This volume updates an earlier supplement that was published in 1972. Problems are grouped into chapters…
Descriptors: Aerospace Technology, Algebra, Calculus, Computation
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Lobato, Joanne E. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1993
Describes four methods to structure estimation activities that enable students to make connections between their understanding of numbers and extensions of those concepts to estimating. Presents activities that connect estimation with other curricular areas, other mathematical topics, and real-world applications. (MDH)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Estimation (Mathematics), Geography, Integrated Activities
Moursund, David; East, Phillip – 1979
The usage and availability of calculators, computers, and related instructional materials are presented. This publication is a Know-Pak, a summary of materials and articles that is part of a series of information packets developed by the Oregon Department of Education. Topics covered include: (1) a forecast of a computer literacy crisis in…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Calculators, Computer Science Education, Computers