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Peer reviewedJamski, William D. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
Two problems are presented that may be used to determine if a student's understanding of the area concept goes beyond manipulation of formulas. (MP)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation, Instruction
Peer reviewedOtt, Jack M.; And Others – Arithmetic Teacher, 1983
Children need more than activities to help them see that the relationship expressed in a formula is true. Giving them the underlying principles will contribute to better comprehension, retention, and transfer. (MNS)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation, Elementary Secondary Education, Logical Thinking
Peer reviewedSanfiorenzo, Norberto R. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1991
Activities that illustrate a problem-solving approach to teaching grouping symbols, such as parentheses and brackets, are described. Suggested exercises, answers to those exercises, and variations of this activity are included. (KR)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Computation, Junior High Schools, Learning Activities
