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Peer reviewedBell, Frederick H. – Mathematics Teacher, 1980
Approaches to teaching verbal problems that are interesting and useful are reviewed. Four basic difficulties in teaching problem solving are also covered. (MP)
Descriptors: Algebra, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Instruction, Problem Solving
Cangelosi, James S. – MATYC Journal, 1980
A four-step sequence of desirable student cognitive behaviors is described and discussed. Teaching implications are noted. (MK)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Curriculum
Peer reviewedBurghes, David N. – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1980
Mathematical modeling is defined. Examples are used to show that there are models available which illustrate both the traditional use of mathematics in the physical science and its newer use in nonphysical disciplines, and which are at a suitable level for teaching in schools. (Author/MK)
Descriptors: Interdisciplinary Approach, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Models, Mathematics Curriculum
Peer reviewedSelkirk, Keith – Mathematics in School, 1983
Lessons on using maps to look for a new home are described. Data collectd from a questionnaire were compared by the students. (MNS)
Descriptors: Learning Activities, Lesson Plans, Map Skills, Mathematical Applications
Carss, Marjorie, Ed.; Osborne, Alan, Ed. – 1982
Mathematical skills and reasoning and their applications are considered as forming one of the basic and essential areas of knowledge and experience that should be available to all Australian children. This collection of essays explaining problem solving in mathematics as an organizing theme for current and future curriculum development is a means…
Descriptors: Educational Planning, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning, Mathematical Applications
Cincinnati Public Schools, OH. – 1976
Lesson plans for teachers of ninth and tenth grade students contained in this guide are organized according to subject (algebra), instructional topic, career education developmental area, instructional goal, developmental goal, performance objectives, activities, and resource materials. The seven developmental areas of career education are listed…
Descriptors: Algebra, Behavioral Objectives, Career Education, Career Exploration
Download full textHale, Guy J.; And Others – 1973
Through a research grant funded by the Vocational Division of the Indiana State Department of Public Instruction, a developmental research project was undertaken to develop machine trades-related mathematics materials using the terminology, concepts, and methods of modern mathematics. The two volume set is designed to be utilized by first and…
Descriptors: Curriculum Guides, Instructional Materials, Machine Tool Operators, Machine Tools
McCormick, Sandra – 1973
The first grade instructional unit, part of a grade school level career education curriculum series, is designed to assist learners in relating present experiences to past and future ones. Before the main body of the lessons is described field test results are reported and key items are presented: the concepts, the estimated instructional time,…
Descriptors: Activity Units, Basic Skills, Career Awareness, Career Education
