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Changing Classroom Instruction: One Teacher's Perspective
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Tolle, Penelope P. – Mathematics Teacher, 2015
This article addresses the struggles teachers face when they attempt to change their teaching style in order to achieve an ideal mathematics classroom. With the implementation of the Common Core State Standards, many of the behaviors associated with an ideal mathematics classroom appear within the Standards for Mathematical Practice, on which…
Descriptors: Teaching Styles, Teaching Methods, Mathematics Instruction, State Standards
Power Indices and U.S. Presidential Elections
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Colen, Yong S.; Navaratna, Channa; Colen, Jung; Kim, Jinho – Mathematics Teacher, 2012
The 2012 U.S. presidential election is the perfect opportunity to present a timely civics lesson on how a U.S. president is elected. More important, it offers opportunities for students to reason mathematically about election issues--for example, about how much time and resources the candidates should invest in particular states. The results of…
Descriptors: Voting, Elections, Political Campaigns, Problem Based Learning
Using Hooke's Law To Explore Linear Functions.
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McGlone, Chris; Nieberle, Gary M. – Mathematics Teacher, 2000
Introduces an activity that focuses on Hooke's law to implement and furnish applications of linear equations and graphing in a physical situation. (KHR)
Descriptors: Algebra, Equations (Mathematics), Graphs, Interdisciplinary Approach
Geometric Meaning in the Geometric Mean Means More Meaningful Mathematics.
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Fluster, Matt E. – Mathematics Teacher, 2001
Describes an investigation-based, lecture-free first-year algebra course in which students are responsible for compiling their own textbooks. Discusses the purpose and procedures of the activity. Includes student worksheets. (KHR)
Descriptors: Algebra, Concept Formation, Discovery Learning, Instructional Materials