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Peer reviewedMathematics Teacher, 1978
This monthly column contains teaching suggestions on: using codes to convey information, flow proofs in geometry, and volleyball and probability. (MP)
Descriptors: Geometry, Instruction, Learning Activities, Mathematical Enrichment
Peer reviewedJacobson, Marilyn Hall; Tabler, M. Bernadine – Arithmetic Teacher, 1980
Two problem-solving posters with a Halloween theme are included. These activity sheets are designed to be easily reproduced for classroom use. (MP)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Enrichment Activities, Instructional Materials
Peer reviewedMathematics Teacher, 1980
Four teaching ideas are discussed: a "giant" math problem designed to motivate students to use library sources, calculators, computers, and textbooks; a different way of finding fractional equivalents; a task-card project designed to encourage mathematics students to use libraries; and journal writing in a mathematics class. (MP)
Descriptors: Algebra, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Education
Manitoba Dept. of Education, Winnipeg. – 1984
This handbook, developed by teachers in Manitoba, has been structured to provide teachers in grades 3 through 6 with a resource for teaching problem solving in mathematics. It consists of four sections. The first section establishes the background and states the purposes of the handbook. The second section provides a general overview of problem…
Descriptors: Answer Keys, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Manitoba Dept. of Education, Winnipeg. – 1984
These sample problems, exercises, questions, and projects were compiled to supplement the guide for the Manitoba course Mathematics 301 in order to assist teachers in implementing the program. Arranged according to the modules of the course guide, they are coded to the objectives of the program. Review exercises follow either the subtopics within…
Descriptors: Answer Keys, Curriculum Development, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities
Manitoba Dept. of Education, Winnipeg. – 1982
This curriculum support document, developed by a committee of teachers in Manitoba, contains information and practical applications dealing with key concepts of problem solving in mathematics for grades 7, 8, and 9. Contained in the handbook are: (1) an introduction that establishes the background and identifies the goal and objectives of the…
Descriptors: Answer Keys, Curriculum Development, Junior High School Students, Mathematics Instruction
Download full textAlberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. – 1983
This publication provides background information, ideas, and sample activities to help teachers in their efforts to aid students in developing problem solving skills. It provides an overview of the stages in the problem solving model recommended in the elementary mathematics program of studies. Several clusters of problem solving strategies are…
Descriptors: Answer Keys, Calculators, Computers, Curriculum Development
Fishman, Joseph – 1985
This unit was designed to develop mathematical applications in relation to a community resource issue. It should both motivate mathematics learning and provide meaningful problems for reinforcing understanding of mathematics content and skills, including ratios and percentages, linear equations, exponential functions, graphing, and the reading and…
Descriptors: Controversial Issues (Course Content), Energy, Environmental Education, Fuels
