Motivational Activities in Elementary Mathematics.

Schaefer, Sister M. Geralda

Notes FAQ Contact Us

Back to results

Peer reviewed

ERIC Number: EJ246311

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1981-May

Pages: N/A

Abstractor: N/A

ISBN: N/A

ISSN: N/A

EISSN: N/A

Available Date: N/A

Motivational Activities in Elementary Mathematics.

Schaefer, Sister M. Geralda

Arithmetic Teacher, v28 n9 p17-18 May 1981

Alternative algorithms, "tricks," and shortcuts are viewed as ideally suited for inclusion in a systematic program of practice because of their motivational effect and the mental stimulation involved in discovering why they work. (MP)

Descriptors: Algorithms, Basic Skills, Discovery Learning, Drills (Practice), Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Instruction, Number Concepts, Student Motivation

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

Education Level: N/A

Audience: Practitioners

Language: English

Sponsor: N/A

Authoring Institution: N/A

Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A

Author Affiliations: N/A