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Zarzycki, Piotr – Mathematics Teaching, 2001
Presents research on students' use and understanding of algorithms in Poland. Concludes that there are detrimental side effects that stem from the teaching and learning of standard written algorithms. (ASK)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Elementary Education, Foreign Countries, Grade 4
Mathematics Teaching, 1980
Four different types of problems from graph theory are presented and discussed. (MK)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Graphs, Higher Education, Mathematical Applications
Jones, Chris – Mathematics Teaching, 1981
An example of a lesson involving calculators that focused on calculator use is given. An examination of the traditional algorithm by the students led to student-directed investigations. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, Discovery Learning, Elementary Secondary Education
Brown, Stephen I. – Mathematics Teaching, 1981
A one-to-one teaching session with a student is described and analyzed in an attempt to communicate how student attempts at discovery in mathematics can be thwarted by teachers who do not allow room for creativity. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Discovery Processes, Division, Elementary Education
