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| Arithmetic Teacher | 10 |
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| Arnold, William R. | 1 |
| Beattie, Ian D. | 1 |
| Evered, Lisa | 1 |
| Hamilton, E. W. | 1 |
| Henry, Boyd | 1 |
| King, Irv | 1 |
| Pagni, David L. | 1 |
| Smith, Michael S. | 1 |
| Stanic, George M. A. | 1 |
| Wassmansdorf, M. | 1 |
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| Journal Articles | 4 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 2 |
| Guides - Classroom - Learner | 1 |
| Guides - Classroom - Teacher | 1 |
| Opinion Papers | 1 |
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| Teachers | 2 |
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Peer reviewedKing, Irv – Arithmetic Teacher, 1972
Descriptors: Addition, Algorithms, Arithmetic, Elementary School Mathematics
Peer reviewedArnold, William R. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1971
Descriptors: Algorithms, Arithmetic, Enrichment, Instruction
Peer reviewedPagni, David L. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1971
Descriptors: Algorithms, Arithmetic, Computer Oriented Programs, Elementary School Mathematics
Peer reviewedBeattie, Ian D. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1986
Discusses the use of manipulative materials to model operations and algorithms. Indicates that they clarify the several interpretations of each operation, establish a basis for correct mathematical language, and show why algorithms work. (JN)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Arithmetic, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Peer reviewedHenry, Boyd – Arithmetic Teacher, 1971
Descriptors: Algorithms, Arithmetic, Decimal Fractions, Elementary School Mathematics
Peer reviewedHamilton, E. W. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1971
Descriptors: Algorithms, Arithmetic, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction
Peer reviewedStanic, George M. A. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1983
This response to Usiskin's editorial comment on calculator use in the May 1983 issue considers why arithmetic is taught. The belief that mathematics improves thinking and the humanist position that it is part of our cultural heritage are noted. The role of mathematics in the curriculum should be reconsidered. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Arithmetic, Calculators, Editorials
Peer reviewedEvered, Lisa – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989
Outlines various subtraction methods, such as the decomposition method, equal-addends method, and low-stress algorithm. Describes a subtraction method by addition of complements. Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of the method. (YP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Arithmetic, Computers, Elementary School Mathematics
Peer reviewedSmith, Michael S. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1981
Three alternative methods of finding averages of two numbers are presented. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Arithmetic, Basic Skills, Computation
Peer reviewedWassmansdorf, M. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1974
Descriptors: Algorithms, Arithmetic, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions
