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Harper, Suzanne R.; Driskell, Shannon – Mathematics Teacher, 2005
A study was conducted on some of the tips given to the students for capturing the video of the dynamic activity on their computer screens. It was found that the above activity of creating a video proved to be useful to the mathematics educators and the students for presentation in the conference or in the classrooms.
Descriptors: Learning Strategies, Program Effectiveness, Creative Activities, Hypermedia

Aspinwall, Leslie; Shaw, Kenneth L. – Mathematics Teacher, 2002
Illustrates the contrasting thinking processes of two beginning calculus students' geometric and analytic schemes for the derivative function. Suggests that teachers can enhance students' understanding by continuing to demonstrate how different representations of the same mathematical concept provide additional information. (KHR)
Descriptors: Calculus, Graphs, Learning Strategies, Mathematics Instruction

Feigenbaum, Ruth – Mathematics Teacher, 2000
Describes learning-disabled algebra classes offered at Bergen Community College, their structure, teaching and learning strategies used in the classes, and successful outcomes. Concludes that students with learning disabilities can learn algebra when their environment focuses on their needs and learning styles. (KHR)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Algebra, Community Colleges, Curriculum Design

Pegg, John; Redden, Edward – Mathematics Teacher, 1990
Discussed are the philosophy and procedures behind the introduction of algebra to students in grade 7 in Australia. Included are the importance of concrete experiences, language development, and the consequences involved in this procedure. (CW)
Descriptors: Algebra, Cognitive Development, Educational Improvement, Foreign Countries