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Mathematics in Search of History.
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Barry, Donald T. – Mathematics Teacher, 2000
Suggests that the history of mathematics is a fluid field within which lively debate occurs. Shares a math problem that requires a community of scholars to simulate the process by which the history of mathematics is actually developed. (KHR)
Descriptors: Educational Philosophy, Mathematics Activities, Mathematics History, Mathematics Instruction
Using Learning Logs in Mathematics: Writing To Learn.
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McIntosh, Margaret E.; Draper, Roni Jo – Mathematics Teacher, 2001
Offers some tips to help make learning logs an integral part of mathematics instruction. Includes examples of learning logs. (KHR)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Learning Strategies, Mathematics Activities
Making Better Use of Computer Tools in Geometry.
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Glass, Brad; Deckert, Walter – Mathematics Teacher, 2001
Examines existing research literature which suggests that introducing computing tools can help students focus on the relevant aspects of a problem, function at higher levels of geometric understanding, distinguish between drawings and constructions, and develop and reason about conjectures on the basis of generalization of patterns. (KHR)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Concept Formation, Geometry, Mathematics Activities
Using Data-Collection Devices To Enhance Students' Understanding.
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Lapp, Douglas A.; Cyrus, Vivian Flora – Mathematics Teacher, 2000
Examines four areas of difficulty with graphing and modeling, identifies confusions and misconceptions, and shows how these areas interact in the presence of data-collection devices. (KHR)
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Graphs, Instructional Materials, Interdisciplinary Approach