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Marotta, Sebastian M.; Hargis, Jace – PRIMUS, 2011
In this article, we present a large list of low-threshold active teaching methods categorized so the instructor can efficiently access and target the deployment of conceptually based lessons. The categories include teaching strategies for lecture on large and small class sizes; student action individually, in pairs, and groups; games; interaction…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Play, Mathematics Instruction, Lecture Method
Hickernell, Fred; Proskurowski, Wlodek – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1985
Discusses conception, design, implementation, and evaluation of a calculus course that utilizes a multi-user microcomputer system with graphics terminals. The numerical and utility routines of the software are briefly described, and examples of several types of calculus problems that can be solved utilizing the system are reviewed. (Author/MBR)
Descriptors: Calculus, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Course Descriptions

Pellegrino, James W.; Goldman, Susan R. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1987
An overview is presented of information processing analyses of knowledge and performance in three areas of the elementary mathematics curriculum: basic addition and subtraction facts, complex procedures such as multicolumn subtraction, and the solution of word problems. Theories of the knowledge associated with "expert" performance are discussed.…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Addition, Cognitive Processes, Elementary Education

Cobb, Paul – Journal of Mathematical Behavior, 1987
Presents a constructivist view of mathematics, mathematics teaching, and mathematics achievement, and differentiates this view as an alternative to the typical traditional perspective of these terms. Discusses the roots of this approach in contemporary information-processing psychology. (TW)
Descriptors: Behaviorism, Cognitive Processes, Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education