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Peer reviewedWeber, Larry Jerome; Todd, Robert M. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1984
A letter from a parent about a homework assignment involving much repetition (and time) is used as the vehicle to discuss the problem. (MNS)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Homework, Learning Activities
Peer reviewedSuydam, Marilyn N. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1985
Research on homework in mathematics is briefly reviewed, with the conclusion that homework may be useful since it may increase achievement but won't decrease it. Specific suggestion for planning homework are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Educational Research, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Homework
Peer reviewedKelly, Margaret – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Suggested is a format for sequencing instructional activities during the typical elementary school mathematics period to elicit better teaching and more learning. To illustrate each component of the format, a lesson on fractions appropriate for fourth or fifth grade is outlined. (CW)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Homework
Peer reviewedBraswell, James – Arithmetic Teacher, 1985
Two factors that may affect achievement scores are discussed. The two factors are: students' expectations and the problem of homework. (MNS)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Editorials, Elementary Secondary Education, Homework
Peer reviewedSchmalz, Rosemary – Arithmetic Teacher, 1994
Presents observations about the influence of mathematics textbooks and suggests ways to use textbooks to advantage while reordering the sequence and emphasis of topics to allow time for alternative activities. The fifth-grade mathematics curriculum is examined as an example. (MKR)
Descriptors: Creative Teaching, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Peer reviewedSpangler, Denise A. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1992
Presents 11 open-ended questions that can be presented to students and teachers at all educational levels in various formats to assess mathematical beliefs. Questions investigate beliefs toward mathematics, the problem-solving process, mathematicians, and mathematical applications. (MDH)
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education
Peer reviewedSammons, Kay; And Others – Arithmetic Teacher, 1992
Presented are assessment techniques to help improve instruction. Included are the formative assessment techniques observation and questioning, diagnostic interviews, and problem-solving-based investigations and the summative assessment technique of performance-based tasks. Examples of these methods are provided together with at-home activities…
Descriptors: Diagnostic Teaching, Elementary Education, Evaluation Methods, Family School Relationship
Peer reviewedSchmalz, Rosemary – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Discussed is the influence of mathematics textbooks on the sequence and amount of mathematics taught in middle grades. An alternative method of organizing mathematics instruction is proposed. The issue of homework is addressed. (KR)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Curriculum Evaluation, Curriculum Problems, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedOrman, Sheryl A. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1993
Describes mathematics backpacks containing four mathematics activities designed to (1) strengthen the home-school connection; (2) present open-ended activities that encourage discussion; and (3) engage students and parents in learning mathematical concepts. Provides a sample draft letter to the parents, example activities, guidelines for…
Descriptors: Data Collection, Elementary Education, Enrichment Activities, Graphs
