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Levine, Deborah – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1983
The Euclidean algorithm for finding the greatest common divisor is presented. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algorithms, College Mathematics, Computation, Higher Education
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Glatzer, David J. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1984
Ideas for teaching the concepts of percentage, recognition of patterns in percentages, percentage as a special ratio, ways of finding percentages, and fractional percentages are presented. (MNS)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction, Pattern Recognition
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Travis, David L. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1983
A student noticed an interesting fact about the base two numerals for perfect numbers. Mathematical explanations for some questions are given. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computers, Higher Education, Mathematics
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Slesnick, Twila – Arithmetic Teacher, 1984
The problem-solving skills of logical thinking, critical thinking, visualization, and communication skills are linked with some activities for students. Sample activities with logic, strategies and patterns, breaking fixed notions, open-minded problems, spatial visualization, and communication are described. (MNS)
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Activities, Mathematical Enrichment