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Gibson, David – Mathematics Teaching, 2011
In the September 2010 issue of "Mathematics Teaching," Tom O'Brien offered practical advice about how to teach addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division and contrasted his point of view with that of H.H. Wu. In this article, the author revisits Tom's examples, drawing on his methodology while, hopefully, simplifying it and giving it…
Descriptors: Opinions, Number Systems, Methods, Teaching Methods
Copley, G. N. – Mathematics Teaching, 1972
The meaning of International Standard Book Numbers (ISBN) and the mathematics involved in the use of a check digit to catch errors in number transcription are discussed. (JM)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Mathematics, Number Systems
Kelly, Peter – Mathematics Teaching, 2002
Evaluates the National Numeracy Strategy (NNS) as a successful framework for promoting confidence and competence with numbers and measures, an understanding of the number system, a repertoire of computational skills, and the ability to solve number problems in a variety of school contexts. Suggests taking steps to change children's mathematical…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Elementary Education, Foreign Countries, Mathematics Education
Gattegno, Caleb – Mathematics Teaching, 1972
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Education, Instruction, Learning Processes
Tahta, D. G. – Mathematics Teaching, 1972
Beginning with peg manipulation the author sets up a different multiplication system and set of primes. (JM)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction, Manipulative Materials