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Nelson, Bess J. – School Science and Mathematics, 1977
Describes a 45-minute module to instruct elementary school teachers in teaching the metric system. (CS)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Instruction, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities

Rockwell, Clarence H.; Tredway, Dan – School Science and Mathematics, 1978
A step-by-step procedure for converting a secondhand platform balance to the metric system is outlined for use as a student project. (MP)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Instruction, Learning Activities, Measurement

Brumbaugh, Douglas K.; Hynes, Michael C. – School Science and Mathematics, 1979
This activity, for grades 7-12, requires students to lay out an arena for training horses. To do this the students compute the sum of metric linear measures, compute the circumference of circles and semi-circles, and use the Pythagorean Theorem. (BB)
Descriptors: Geometric Concepts, Learning Activities, Mathematics Education, Measurement

Olson, Judith; Olson, Melfried – School Science and Mathematics, 1982
A series of situations is suggested incorporating hands-on activities involving concrete experiences with measurement. It is felt that the activities used to teach mathematics and science at the Middle School level need to be specifically suited for the young adolescent. Extensions are possible for in-depth investigations for more advanced…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Instruction, Learning Activities, Mathematical Applications

Hedgepeth, David J. – School Science and Mathematics, 1995
Presents an activity integrating mathematics and science intended to introduce students to the use of metric measurement of mass as a way to increase the meaningfulness of observations about variables in life sciences. Involves measuring the nutrient tolerance of algae. Contains a reproducible algae nutrient graph. (Author/MKR)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Biology, Learning Activities, Mathematics Education