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| School Science and Mathematics | 5 |
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| Hawkins, Vincent J. | 1 |
| Hovey, Kathi | 1 |
| Hovey, Larry | 1 |
| McFee, Evan | 1 |
| Olson, Judith | 1 |
| Olson, Melfried | 1 |
| Vervoort, G. | 1 |
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Peer reviewedHawkins, Vincent J. – School Science and Mathematics, 1979
A graphical representation is used to construct a line one centimetre in length. (MP)
Descriptors: Algebra, Graphs, Instruction, Metric System
Peer reviewedVervoort, G. – School Science and Mathematics, 1977
Provides a metric area model which may be used to explain the square root algorithm. (CP)
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, Educational Media, Instructional Materials
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 reviewedHovey, Larry; Hovey, Kathi – School Science and Mathematics, 1983
Sections look at: (1) Historical Perspective; (2) Naming the New System; (3) The Metric Units; (4) Measuring Larger and Smaller Amounts; (5) Advantage of Using the Metric System; (6) Metric Symbols; (7) Conversion from Metric to Customary System; (8) General Hints for Helping Children Understand; and (9) Current Status of Metric Conversion. (MP)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Instruction, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedOlson, 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
