The Seven Frieze Types.

McLeay, Heather; Abas, Jan

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ERIC Number: EJ445015

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1991

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The Seven Frieze Types.

McLeay, Heather; Abas, Jan

Mathematics in School, v20 n3 p24-28 May 1991

Described are some classroom experiences teaching the concept of symmetry by having students create frieze patterns using the computer software "mosaic." Examples produced by 14-year-old students are presented, and student thinking in developing the friezes is discussed. (MDH)

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Enrichment Activities, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Learning Activities, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Education, Patterns in Mathematics, Secondary Education, Symmetry, Thinking Skills

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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