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Polya, George – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1978
The author outlines a possible approach to the discovery of Euler's Theorem that results from a search for a classification of polyhedra. (MN)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Geometry, Higher Education, Induction
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Francis, Richard L. – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1978
The author investigates the construction of angles (using Euclidean tools) through a numerical approach. He calls attention to the surprising impossibility of constructing the conventional units of angle measure--the degree, minute, second, radian, and mil. (MN)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Higher Education
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Campbell, William L. – Mathematics Teacher, 1977
An application of the formula for finding the sum of an infinite geometric series is described through the use of Pierre Fermat's method for finding the area under a curve. (JT)
Descriptors: Analytic Geometry, Calculus, College Mathematics, Higher Education
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Gilder, J. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1977
Ploynomials which can be used to calculate the number of ways of coloring hexagonal patterns are presented. (SD)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Computers, Geometry
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Scott, Paul – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1987
Presented are examples from geometry that are designed to investigate whether situations fit Euclidean geometry. Diagrams and activities are provided for examples. (RH)
Descriptors: Geometry, Instructional Materials, Mathematical Logic, Mathematics Instruction
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Ellis-Davies, Arthur – Mathematics in School, 1986
Discusses the need to include symmetry as an important topic in the mathematics curriculum. Describes how symmetry might be developed conceptually and its relation to geometry, algebra, group theory, and physics. (JM)
Descriptors: Classification, Curriculum Development, Geometric Concepts, Geometry
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Crouse, Richard – School Science and Mathematics, 1986
Presents a problem, modified from a familiar situation, that would be suitable for high school students to investigate. The problem involves the properties of an array known as the odd triangle, which is made up of the odd counting numbers. (JN)
Descriptors: Algebra, High Schools, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction
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Putz, John F. – College Mathematics Journal, 1986
The Fibonacci sequence of Pascal's triangle is considered in pyramids and in the fourth and n dimensions. Four theorems are presented. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Higher Education, Mathematics
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Eperson, D. B. – Mathematics in School, 1985
Presents six mathematical problems (with answers) which focus on: (1) chess moves; (2) patterned numbers; (3) quadratics with rational roots; (4) number puzzles; (5) Euclidean geometry; and (6) Carrollian word puzzles. (JN)
Descriptors: Algebra, Geometry, Mathematics Education, Numbers
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Mortimer, M. E.; Ball, R. W. – Mathematics in School, 1984
Provides examples of proofs of the Pythagorean result. These proofs fall into three categories: using ratios, using dissection, and using other forms of transformation. Shows that polygons of equal area are equidecomposable and that the approach taken (via squares) is a new approach. (JN)
Descriptors: Geometry, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Proof (Mathematics)
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Grunbaum, Branko – College Mathematics Journal, 1984
The study and use of "Venn diagrams" can lead to many interesting problems of a geometric, topological, or combinatorial character. The general nature of these diagrams is discussed and two new results are formulated. (JN)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Diagrams, Geometry, Higher Education
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Costello, John – Mathematics in School, 1985
Shows how to construct a cube using Origami techniques. Also shows how, by identifying analogous features, to construct an octahedron. (JN)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Geometric Constructions, Geometry, Learning Activities
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Beattie, Ian D. – Mathematics in School, 1985
Presents a sequence of activities which serve to unravel the mystery of pi. In addition, the activities give meaning to circle relationships that formerly have been, at best, rotely learned. (JN)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Learning Activities
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Green, Kevin – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1984
Discusses the derivation of Pick's theorem. However, this derivation is beyond the grasp of most high school students. Therefore, a sequence of simple exploratory activities is provided which will enable students to discover and apply Pick's theorem for finding the area of a polygon whose vertices are lattice points. (JN)
Descriptors: Geometry, High Schools, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction
Gitter, Lena – Academic Therapy, 1976
Discussed for use with learning disabled children are the geometric materials and teaching methods developed by M. Montessori. (DB)
Descriptors: Early Childhood Education, Educational Methods, Geometry, Learning Disabilities
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