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Publication Date: 1988
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Discovering Perimeter and Area with Logo.
Binswanger, Richard
Arithmetic Teacher, v36 n1 p18-24 Sep 1988
Describes an activity intended to incorporate investigation into learning of mathematics. The example cited involved having fourth graders study perimeter and area of rectangles using Logo. The author suggests that what began as a simple exercise in investigating geometric concepts became an exciting exploration that touched on many topics. (PK)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education, Discovery Learning, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions, Geometric Concepts, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Measurement
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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