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Bright, George W. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989
Developing numerical relationships with calculators is emphasized. Calculators furnish some needed support for students as they investigate the value of fractions as the numerators or denominators change. An example with Logo programing for computers is also included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Calculators, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions
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Howden, Hilde – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989
What is number sense, why it is important, how it is taught, and how it is measured are each discussed. Examples with concrete materials, calculators, and pattern recognition are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Calculators, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning Activities
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Morris, Janet Parker – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
A variety of calculator activities is described for developing problem solving skills without getting involved in tedious computations. (JT)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
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Watson, Charles D.; Trowell, Judy – Arithmetic Teacher, 1988
Suggestions are given on how to introduce calculators in the primary grades plus activities to teach number concepts and number patterns. (MNS)
Descriptors: Calculators, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning Activities
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Coburn, Terrence G. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1987
Four worksheets designed to be used with calculators are presented. For levels 1-2, counting is the focus; levels 3-4, estimation; levels 5-6, use of memory keys; and for levels 7-8, patterns. (MNS)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education
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Baker, Delores; And Others – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Uses of calculators to teach the concept of exponents are described. Topics covered on activity sheets include powers of two, number systems, and powers as repeated multiplication. Cooperative learning is emphasized. (KR)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Concept Formation, Elementary School Mathematics