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Lepowsky, William L. – Mathematics Teacher, 1976
The similarity between two apparently dissimilar problems is explored. Pascal's triangle is involved. (SD)
Descriptors: Instruction, Mathematical Models, Mathematics, Mathematics Education
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Farrell, Margaret A. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1969
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Instruction
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Prichett, Gordon D. – Mathematics Teacher, 1976
Geometric concepts and theorems can be discovered by high school students using the materials described. Among the topics explored are Platonic solids and Euler's formula. (SD)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Instruction
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Brunton, James – Mathematics in School, 1975
The use of paper folding to demonstrate polygons which give plane tessellations, conic sections, and the solutions to several problems is described. (SD)
Descriptors: Experiential Learning, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Instruction
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Nelson, I. Doyal; Kirkpatrick, Joan – National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Yearbook, 1975
Characteristics of good problems for primary school children are described and illustrated in discussions of sample problems. A collection of problems meeting these criteria is presented and annotated, and the organization of the classroom for problem-solving activities is discussed. (SD)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction, Instructional Materials
International Association for Development of the Information Society, 2012
The IADIS CELDA 2012 Conference intention was to address the main issues concerned with evolving learning processes and supporting pedagogies and applications in the digital age. There had been advances in both cognitive psychology and computing that have affected the educational arena. The convergence of these two disciplines is increasing at a…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Persistence, Academic Support Services, Access to Computers