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Brumbaugh, Douglas K.; Hynes, Michael C. – School Science and Mathematics, 1974
Students calculate the speed of cars moving on a highway as a lab activity. Directions for teachers, objectives, goals, grade level (7-12), materials and procedures are detailed. (JP)
Descriptors: Instructional Materials, Investigations, Laboratory Procedures, Learning Activities

Willcutt, Robert – School Science and Mathematics, 1973
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Experiential Learning, Geometric Concepts, Instruction

Vance, James H.; Kieren, Thomas E. – School Science and Mathematics, 1972
The study assessed the effectiveness of methematical laboratories as compared with the regular mathematics teaching program. A control group, mathematical laboratory group, and a third group called a Class Discovery Group were formed for making comparisons. Gains were higher on cumulative achievement, transfer, and divergent thinking measures for…
Descriptors: Experiential Learning, Instruction, Laboratories, Laboratory Procedures