An unusual alternative starting point for instruction in a beginning calculus course that focuses on Fixed Point Iteration (FPI) is presented. (MP)

The thought processes of 507 elementary, secondary, and university students engaged in problem-solving situations are examined in this study. Results indicated that pupils who got correct answers often showed incorrect reasoning justifications. No significant sex differences were indicated. (MP)

Educational researchers have been influenced too much by research schema derived from the assumptions of empirical researchers in the sciences. Theory building should be sacrificed for the development of research products with clearer, more concrete relevance for teachers. (JN)

Graphic family therapy based on changing family dysfunctioning through self-discovery is described. The stages of this design are discussed and specific graphic excercises for eight categories of family dysfunction are described. Two illustrative cases are presented. Conclusions regarding results, future research, training and other clinical…

"Pure" geometry is promoted as instructional material suitable for enriching the education of the mathematically gifted student. Examples of mathematical and logical concepts that can be highlighted with geometric presentations are given. (MP)

General characteristics of gifted students are listed. Seven attributes that characterize the gifted pupil in mathematics are reviewed in detail. (MP)

Three teaching ideas are presented: a way to solve problems based on the attitude to the hypotenuse in a right triangle, some interesting applications of percentages in determining pay raises, and a flowchart guide for reducing polynomials. (MP)

Activities geared to reinforcing the skills involved in solving linear equations are given. The material is prepared on worksheets designed for duplication. Student use of calculators is suggested, and the material can aid in promoting mental computation and estimation. (MP)

Describes three strategies for disseminating innovative ideas and practices among teachers. Describes how British teaching centers function as centers for exhibitions, socializing, resources, inservice education, and curriculum development. Notes three factors governing the success of teachers' centers: their practical value, teacher involvement,…

Discusses laboratory investigations designed to allow students to solve problems without using predetermined mathematical formulas. As a result, laboratory problems force students to think. In addition, some students formulate their own mathematical relationships and enhance their understanding of the connection between mathematics and…

Proposes that a primary objective for educators should be to foster student ability to gain knowledge independently and pursue areas of interest in an educational setting with limited teacher assistance. Lists seven suggestions that may be used to encourage independent thinking and problem solving. (JD)

A study of 46 sixth graders designed to compare the problem-solving performance of pupils using calculators with that of students not using calculators is reported. The argument that calculator availability facilitates problem solving is supported. (MP)

Three differences between the mathematics training of students from Spanish-speaking countries and that typical for pupils in the United States are discussed. (MP)

The school climate at an urban high school was considerably improved by providing students with leadership skills they might use within the system. (Author/MLF)

This study of the impact of the criminal justice system on the deserting, nonsupporting father in relation to the fulfillment of his role as provider furnishes data for rethinking our approach in aiding him to cope with his dilemma as well as our own. (Author)