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A Banana Is a Five and Other Topological Mysteries.
Needham, Dorothy – Teacher, 1978
The "geometry of distortion" and some prestidigitation show kids that lines, surfaces, and planes are not always what they seem. (Editor)
Descriptors: Concept Teaching, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometry
Mathematics and Knots.
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McLeay, Heather – Mathematics in School, 1991
Described is a way to use knots to relate a three-dimensional object to a two-dimensional representation of the object. The results are used to produce an algorithm or rule to explain a general case. Included are examples, diagrams, procedures, and explanations. (KR)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities, Manipulative Materials
Math in Motion: Origami in the Classroom. A Hands-On Creative Approach to Teaching Mathematics. K-8.
Pearl, Barbara – 1994
This perfect bound teacher's guide presents techniques and activities to teach mathematics using origami paper folding. Part 1 includes a history of origami, mathematics and origami, and careers using mathematics. Parts 2 and 3 introduce paper-folding concepts and teaching techniques and include suggestions for low-budget paper resources. Part 4…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Elementary Education, Geometry, Integrated Activities
Enhancing the Teaching of Mathematical Problem Solving.
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Taback, Stanley F. – School Science and Mathematics, 1992
Describes three components of a seminar in mathematical problem solving for preservice mathematics teachers: (1) a cognitive component that accents particular phases of problem solving; (2) an affective component that allows for observation of skillful problem solvers; and (3) an investigative component that provides for independent study and…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Discovery Learning, Heuristics, Higher Education