The author cites observations of his own children that reflect their concept of fractions and analyzes their conduct in each case. (MN)

A few examples, relating specifically to fractions, of the many possible intriguing and substantial ideas to be found in remedial mathematics are given. (MN)

An algorithm is given for the addition and subtraction of fractions based on dividing the sum of diagonal numerator and denominator products by the product of the denominators. As an explanation of the teaching method, activities used in teaching are demonstrated. (MN)

A teaching sequence provides a guide to instruction on initial concepts of fractions, equivalent fractions, and addition with fractions. (MN)

Four games that provide practice with fractions are described. The games involve naming fractional parts, identifying equivalent fractions, adding fractions, and multiplying fractions. (JT)

The author mentions several broad types of student elementary algebra errors, including incorrect cancellation and cross-multiplication, notes confusing terms and factors, and gives several suggestions to help students avoid these. (MN)

Here are three articles designed to help teachers teach the basic subjects--science, mathematics, and language arts. (Editor/RK)

Described is a model for teaching improper fractions and mixed numbers and some activities for working with them at the precomputational level. (PK)

Using four activity sheets, students learn to identify fractions that are easy to use in estimation situations. (MNS)

The behavior of one child as she constructed knowledge about fractions over a nine-month period is presented. The intent is to explain behavioral patterns for which certain mental processes, called schemes, seem responsible. (MNS)

Three different models with continuous materials, discontinuous materials, and number lines were used to study the operation concept in six investigations on multiplication with fractions with pupils aged 11-12 in a Penang International School. All approaches could be understood by pupils, but they preferred the area and fractional models. (MNS)

Imaginative ways of using calculators to explore decimal fractions with secondary school and some middle school students are given. Four explorations on terminating and repeating decimals, the length of periods, and relationships are described. An appendix presents mathematical proofs. (MNS)

These worksheets feature activities concerning fractions. The primary-level activities provide opportunities to develop the concept of a fraction and the intermediate-level activities emphasize computation with fractions. (DT)

This document contains materials from a half day workshop held at Petit Secondary School for mathematics teachers at Petit Bordel and Troumaca Ontario Secondary School on the island of St. Vincent in the Caribbean. This book advocates the use of activity-based mathematics as a teaching methodology in secondary schools and demonstrates the use of…

This report describes an investigation of how young children respond to two types of tasks: (1) finding one-half of a continuous and a discrete material; and (2) attempting to share continuous and discrete material equally between two dolls. Continuous material, such as string, paper, or liquid, is quantified by adults using measurement units. A…