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Six Hard Pieces.

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Jamski, William D. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989

Describes an activity to create squares by placing different numbers of tangram pieces together. Discusses why the combination of six tangram pieces can not create a square. Presents diagrams of the tangram pieces and the squares made. (YP)

Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Geometric Constructions

Research into Practice. Constructing Geometric Concepts in LOGO.

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Battista, Michael J., Ed.; Clements, Douglas H. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990

Described is how using LOGO tools for manipulating embodiments of geometric objects helps students construct more abstract and coherent concepts. Discussions are included on developing verbal definitions versus constructing concepts, tasks for integrating turns and angles, group discussions, and maze tasks. (KR)

Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education