Flow diagrams developing cube roots and formulas for the square, sphere, cube, circle and sector, oblong, and cylinder are presented. Some comments on their use, along with calculators, are included. (MNS)

The importance of teaching computational estimation is discussed, with note of its increased significance because of widespread use of calculators and the need to develop number sense. The reason for its failure to be taught is traced to the multiplicity of methods, and some detailed suggestions are therefore presented. (MNS)

Activities are suggested for using the hand calculator as a complement to any mathematics program. The activities focus on developing skills for using the calculator, exploring basic arithmetic operations, understanding algorithms, mental calculation and estimation, and problem solving. (DT)

This book contains an interactive calculator and worksheet program designed to teach the graphing of some of the functions that appear in high school mathematics courses. The graphs of linear, exponential, and logarithmic functions are explored as well as other functions. Activities focus on the graph that appears as a standard part of algebra…

The intent of this study is to determine whether or not teaching students how to use available calculators can improve their mathematics test scores. The study involved 89 seventh and eighth grade students. These students were randomly divided into three separate groups which included two experimental groups and the control group. The control…

The Cockcroft Report on English Schools recommends that all schools design their syllabuses and examinations on the assumption that all students will have access to calculators. How to use calculators sensibly to improve what is taught and how curriculum content may change are discussed. (MNS)

This essay discusses the possible types of uses of calculators in the elementary school, citing several publications, articles, and research studies. (MP)

A 2-year project helped Supai Middle Schools (grades 7-8; enrollment 600) in Scottsdale, Arizona, explore ways to use calculators as tools for learning and teaching mathematics. This project and other research indicate that students at every grade level can use calculators in classes to understand mathematical concepts. (MLF)

This paper discusses the "Curriculum and Evaluation Standards" (produced by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics) that are of particular relevance to mildly handicapped children. Concepts discussed include curriculum and instruction, need for a broad spectrum of mathematics, problem solving, vocabulary, emphasis on understanding, and…

Surveys of (n=80) elementary school principals assessing the nature and extent of technology use in elementary mathematics and science found that teachers used microcomputers more in mathematics than in science, and microcomputer and calculator use was more common in intermediate grades than in primary grades. (28 references) (Author/MKR)

Raises and responds to questions about what and how to teach mathematics with the availability of calculators to all students. Discusses whether students need basic facts, mechanical skills, and knowledge of computational algorithms. Argues that students need to develop number sense and analytical skills using simple, symbolic, and graphing…

Seven junior high students with educable mental handicaps were trained to solve four-column subtraction problems involving regrouping. Results in performance favored calculators over pencil and paper, with rehearsal and visual cues influencing performance for only one student. With calculators, subjects' performances were equivalent to a…

The hand-held graphing calculator allows high school mathematics students to graph complex equations that would otherwise take hours of tedious work. This article presents high school mathematics teachers' opinions on its use in lower and upper level math courses. (SM)

Presented is a conversation with students that gives an insight into the ways students think about decimals. Students were introduced, with the use of a calculator, to decimal notation and systematic experimentation. What students had learned throughout this conversation is discussed. (KR)

This yearbook focuses on the role of technology in school mathematics. Chapters are replete with classroom-tested ideas for using technology to teach new mathematical ideas and to teach familiar mathematical ideas better. Chapters included: (1) "Using the Graphing Calculator in the Classroom: Helping Students Solve the "Unsolvable" (Eric Milou,…