The prejudices and problems encountered while doing student teaching with A- and C-tracked high schoolers are discussed. (MM)

Presents the five-stage self-assessment model as a vehicle for involving students in the formulation of individual education plans (IEPs). Two examples are described which assess congruence between student-selected objectives and objectives selected by the IEP team. Suggests students can accurately determine their own instructional levels.…

This study, written in French, presents the hierarchy of strategies used by children in solving multiplication and division problems, as they acquire the linear function concept. It is based on analysis of the different classes of problems, of specific tasks, and of strategies actually used in solutions. (MP)

A parent's viewpoint regarding speed tests on basic division is presented. The parent questioned the value and necessity of the division testing and felt it was more important that his daughter know when to divide, rather than learn skills that can be done more rapidly and accurately on calculators. (MP)

An approach to teaching pupils the long division algorithm that relies heavily on a consistent and logical approach to estimation is reviewed. Once learned, the division estimator can be used to support the standard repeated subtraction algorithm. (MP)

Examples of student-developed methods for dividing fractions and dividing and multiplying whole numbers are presented. Both are selected to show mathematical creativity in general mathematics students which would often be overlooked. (MP)

Described are activities and games incorporating a technique of "one step" which is used with children with learning difficulties. The purpose of "one step" is twofold, to minimize difficulties with typical trouble spots and to keep the step size of the instruction small. (Author/TG)

Traces the middle school movement from the early 1960s through the year 2,000 and beyond. (JM)

Examines the background of the upper-division university and its place in postsecondary education. Identifies its major role as one of serving students transferring from community colleges. Discusses successful projects and points up poor communication and coordination between upper-level universities and two-year colleges as the most damaging…

A "flipping" clown figure can be used on a number line to help students conceptualize operations using negative numbers. (SJL)

Examined use of aggressive behaviors in adolescent romantic relationships, the endorsement of attitudes that promote such behaviors, and the extent to which attachment and emotional styles are related to these behaviors and styles in 254 high school students. As expected, girls were somewhat more likely to report being the perpetrator of physical…

The Palos Heights School District, Illinois, eliminated neighborhood elementary schools in favor of a primary (K-2), intermediate (3-5), and middle school (6-8) configuration. Details the strategies for handling public opposition. (MLF)

This article explains four teacher-developed mnemonic learning strategies--one for learning the steps of long division, one to teach decision making, one for developing homework skills, and one for preparing and giving a speech. (DB)