Developing Mathematical Thinking Using Codes and Ciphers.

Evered, Lisa J.; Gningue, Serigne

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ERIC Number: EJ670445

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2001

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Developing Mathematical Thinking Using Codes and Ciphers.

Evered, Lisa J.; Gningue, Serigne

Teaching Children Mathematics, v8 n1 p8-15 Sep 2001

Introduces basic principles of coding and decoding including the use of letter frequencies to decode secret messages by using the radio premium codes of Little Orphan Annie and Dick Tracy. (KHR)

Descriptors: Coding, Cryptography, Elementary Education, Instructional Materials, Interdisciplinary Approach, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Instruction, Number Concepts, Patterns in Mathematics, Thinking Skills

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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