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Peer reviewedHawkins, Vincent J. – School Science and Mathematics, 1974
Descriptors: Experiential Learning, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Instruction
Peer reviewedMcFee, Evan – School Science and Mathematics, 1978
Suggestions for familiarizing elementary teachers with the use of the metric system are given. These include a "stair-steps" method of converting units within the metric system and estimation and measurement activities using familiar everyday objects. (MN)
Descriptors: Elementary School Teachers, Experiential Learning, Instruction, Instructional Materials
Peer reviewedSmith, William D.; Darrin, Garney L. – School Science and Mathematics, 1978
Activities are suggested which enable children to experience in a concrete manner the basics of linear measurement and estimation in the metric system. (MN)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Experiential Learning, Instructional Materials
Peer reviewedTracy, Dyanne M., Ed. – School Science and Mathematics, 1993
Presents two multiple-lesson activities that integrate science and mathematics. Lessons involve hands-on activities for grades 4-5 to develop the notion of average around building a racer; and accurately estimating and measuring crystal growth in grades 8-12. (MDH)
Descriptors: Crystallography, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Estimation (Mathematics)
