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The Lemming Simulation Pattern
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Reed, R. – Mathematics in School, 1974
An activity sequence is described. Several aspects of a population problem are developed using isoperimetric graph paper and symmetry principles to derive general rules. (SD)
Descriptors: Graphs, Induction, Learning Activities, Mathematical Models
Three-Dimensional Discovery
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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
Fraction Patterns--Visual and Numerical.
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Bennett, Albert B., Jr. – Mathematics Teacher, 1989
A visual model of fractions, the tower of bars, is used to discover patterns. Examples include equalities, inequalities, sums of unit fractions, sums of differences, symmetry, and differences and products. Infinite sequences of numbers, infinite series, and concepts of limits can be introduced. (DC)
Descriptors: Charts, Class Activities, Discovery Learning, Fractions
Activities. Mathematics as Communication: Graphing Information Collected Over Time.
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Moody, Marian – Mathematics Teacher, 1990
Described is a learning activity that requires students to observe, read, and interpret graphs and organize and describe data. Included are the grade level, materials, objectives, prerequisites, directions, answers to questions, and copies of handouts. (KR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Estimation (Mathematics), Graphs, Junior High Schools
Fourth-Grade Book. Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics Addenda Series, Grades K-6.
Burton, Grace; And Others – 1992
The "Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics" (1989) provides a vision and a framework for revising and strengthening the K-12 mathematics curriculum in North American schools and for evaluating both the mathematics curriculum and students' progress. The document not only addresses what mathematics students should…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Concept Formation, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Enrichment
Fifth-Grade Book. Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics Addenda Series, Grades K-6.
Burton, Grace; And Others – 1992
The "Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics" (1989) provides a vision and a framework for revising and strengthening the K-12 mathematics curriculum in North American schools and for evaluating both the mathematics curriculum and students' progress. The document not only addresses what mathematics students should…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Concept Formation, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Enrichment
A Core Curriculum: Making Mathematics Count for Everyone. Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics Addenda Series, Grades 9-12.
Meiring, Steven P.; And Others – 1992
The 1989 document, "Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics," provides a vision and a framework for revising and strengthening the K-12 mathematics curriculum in North American schools and for evaluating both the mathematics curriculum and students' progress. When completed, it is expected that the Addenda Series will…
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Core Curriculum, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development
Second-Grade Book. Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics Addenda Series, Grades K-6.
Burton, Grace; And Others – 1992
The 1989 document, "Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics," provides a vision and a framework for revising and strengthening the K-12 mathematics curriculum in North American schools and for evaluating both the mathematics curriculum and students' progress. This book, one in a series designed to interpret and…
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Curriculum Enrichment, Data Collection, Discovery Learning
Sixth-Grade Book. Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics Addenda Series, Grades K-6.
Burton, Grace; And Others – 1992
The 1989 document, "Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics," provides a vision and a framework for revising and strengthening the K-12 mathematics curriculum in North American schools and for evaluating both the mathematics curriculum and students' progress. This book, one in a series designed to interpret and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Curriculum Enrichment, Data Analysis, Discovery Learning
Proceedings of the International Association for Development of the Information Society (IADIS) International Conference on Cognition and Exploratory Learning in Digital Age (CELDA) (Madrid, Spain, October 19-21, 2012)
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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