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Peer reviewedLitwiller, Bonnie H.; Duncan, David R. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1991
Presented are four activities which allow students to work with rhombus patterns. These activities encourage students to search for, test, and verify patterns and to also practice computation and work with ratios. Diagrams needed for each activity are included. (KR)
Descriptors: Computation, Geometry, Junior High Schools, Learning Activities
Peer reviewedBaker, Delores; And Others – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Uses of calculators to teach the concept of exponents are described. Topics covered on activity sheets include powers of two, number systems, and powers as repeated multiplication. Cooperative learning is emphasized. (KR)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Concept Formation, Elementary School Mathematics
Van de Walle, John A. – 1998
The goal of this book is to help students make sense of mathematics and become confident in their ability to do so. Section 1: "Foundations of Teaching Mathematics," includes chapters entitled: (1) "Teaching Mathematics: Reflections and Directions"; (2) "Exploring What It Means to Do Mathematics"; (3) "Developing Understanding in Mathematics"; (4)…
Descriptors: Algebra, Arithmetic, Calculators, Class Organization
