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Ross, Dan; Reys, Robert; Chavez, Oscar; McNaught, Melissa D.; Grouws, Douglas A. – School Science and Mathematics, 2011
A central goal of secondary mathematics is for students to learn to use powerful algebraic strategies appropriately. Research has demonstrated student difficulties in the transition to using such strategies. We examined strategies used by several thousand 8th-, 9th-, and 10th-grade students in five different school systems over three consecutive…
Descriptors: Algebra, Problem Sets, Problem Solving, Mathematical Applications
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Collins, John – Mathematics in School, 1990
Presented is a set of mathematics problems associated with the characteristics, production, and consumption of chicken eggs. Student assignment sheets are included. (CW)
Descriptors: Agricultural Production, Algebra, Animals, Graphs
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Frank, Martha L. – Mathematics Teacher, 1991
The problem-of-the-week (POW) and problem-solving class openers are exemplified as methods for the integration of course-relevant problem solving into a first-year algebra classroom without sacrificing time spent on developing skills and learning concepts. Illustrated examples, as well as problem sources, are included. (JJK)
Descriptors: Algebra, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Instructional Effectiveness