In Praise of Trial and Error.

Butts, Thomas

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ERIC Number: EJ314439

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Publication Date: 1985

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In Praise of Trial and Error.

Butts, Thomas

Mathematics Teacher, v78 n3 p167-73 Mar 1985

The use of trial-and-error strategies to solve problems is endorsed. Types of problems with which trial and error is effective are discussed, with examples of how it is used, and teaching considerations are briefly considered. A computer program for one problem is included. (MNS)

Descriptors: Computer Software, Discovery Learning, Mathematics Instruction, Problem Sets, Problem Solving, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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