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Peer reviewedRen, Guanshen – Mathematics Teacher, 1995
Presents proofs of some trigonometric identities from a geometric point of view. (MKR)
Descriptors: Geometry, High Schools, Learning Activities, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedDence, Joseph B.; Dence, Thomas P. – School Science and Mathematics, 1987
Algebraic and transcendental curves are discussed, with attention focused on computing the area of some special regions bounded by the curves. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algebra, Area, College Mathematics, Geometric Concepts
Peer reviewedKjeseth, Steven A. – School Science and Mathematics, 1980
Outlines two experiments by which several different mathematical topics can be integrated into the unifying theme of oscillating pendulums, as part of a secondary school Algebra II and Trigonometry class. (CS)
Descriptors: Algebra, Experiments, Learning Activities, Mathematical Applications
Peer reviewedPedersen, Jean J. – Mathematics Teacher, 1976
The use of paper folding to study properties of geometric solids is discussed. (SD)
Descriptors: Curriculum, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Instruction
Peer reviewedReyerson, Hardy C. – Mathematics Teacher, 1977
After students learn that it is impossible to trisect an angle using compass and straight-edge, students are introduced to the trisectrix curve which accomplishes the trisection. (SD)
Descriptors: Curriculum, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Instruction
Peer reviewedHiatt, Arthur; Allen, William E. – Mathematics Teacher, 1994
Includes two activities: (1) a skit to review variations of the trigonometric functions, and (2) a geometry problem about maximizing costs that exposes students to a variety of different solution strategies and makes the material more meaningful. (MKR)
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Geometry, Learning Activities, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedFlanigan, Frank, Ed. – College Mathematics Journal, 1990
Presented are five short articles which describe innovations in mathematics teaching. Included are "Polar Summation,""The Age of the Solar System,""Forward Homework--A Motivational Tool,""Trigonometric Identities through Calculus," and "Algorithms for Evaluation of Polynomials." (CW)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computation, Higher Education
Peer reviewedKullman, David E. – National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Yearbook, 1976
The subject of parallax can motivate learning related to measurement of lengths and angles as well as provide an introduction to trigonometric concepts. (SD)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Instruction
Dotseth, Karen – 1980
A set of computer-oriented, supplemental activities is offered which can be used with a course in advanced algebra and trigonometry. The activities involve use of the BASIC programming language; it is assumed that the teacher is familiar with programming in BASIC. Students will learn some BASIC; however, the intent is not to develop proficient…
Descriptors: Activity Units, Algebra, Computer Assisted Instruction, High Schools
Peer reviewedBrown, Ken – Mathematics in School, 1986
Describes investigations involving data acquisition and analysis using microcomputers running the LOGO programing language. Provides new primitives to add to LOGO to access information from the analog to digital converter of a BBC microcomputer, giving samples of student results. (JM)
Descriptors: Computers, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Geometry
Peer reviewedScully, D. B. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1976
The geometry of perspective drawing is developed and discussed. (SD)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Curriculum, Geometric Concepts, Geometry
Peer reviewedMathematics Teacher, 1986
Included are brief articles on a laboratory approach for teaching basic geometry, having students give examples, and trigonometry and design. (MNS)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Geometric Concepts, Learning Activities, Lesson Plans
Peer reviewedYeshurun, Shraga; Kay, David C. – Mathematics Teacher, 1983
Three ideas are explored: (1) an improvement of the SSA congruence theorem for trigonometry; (2) a discussion of the failure of SSA in spherical geometry; and (3) an extension of SSA to spherical geometry and hyperbolic geometry. (MNS)
Descriptors: Congruence (Mathematics), Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Investigations
Peer reviewedEmbry-Wardrop, Mary – American Mathematical Monthly, 1990
Discussed is the problem of inscribing a rectangle of maximum area in a given right triangle. Answered is whether there is an advantageous orientation and whether a corner of the rectangle of maximum area can lie on the midpoint of a leg of the triangle. (KR)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Higher Education, Instructional Materials
Peer reviewedShultz, Harris; Bonsangue, Martin V. – Mathematics Teacher, 1995
Provides activities that introduce the sine and cosine functions in a hands-on manner. Includes ideas for assessment. Contains reproducible student worksheets. (MKR)
Descriptors: Graphs, High Schools, Learning Activities, Lesson Plans
