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The Why of Arithmetic.
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Smart, James R. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1979
Answers and examples are given to sixteen questions related to traditional ways of performing the operations of arithmetic. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computation, Concept Formation, Elementary Education
Some Comments on the Teaching of Long Division.
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Hoffman, N. – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1978
A current method of teaching long division using repeated subtraction is analyzed as being an example of a sound mathematical method that falls into disrepute when it results in unnecessary, length calculations. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Concept Formation, Division, Elementary Education
Calculators: What Difference Will They Make?
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Schmalz, Rosemary – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
The use of the calculator is suggested in teaching algorithms for the four basic operations, in place of any difficult standard algorithm. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, Computation, Concept Formation
Consider Your Alternatives.
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Spitler, Gail – Arithmetic Teacher, 1979
Allowing students to examine different ways of performing an operation is suggested as a means of increasing their understanding. (MP)
Descriptors: Addition, Algorithms, Computation, Concept Formation