Suggestions are made for teaching units of length, area, volume, capacity, and mass along with rules for correct punctuation and spelling. A number of learning devices adapted from normal business practices are listed. (TA)

The metric system is almost upon us. What progress is being made in converting curricula? (Editor)

Because of the move to metrication in the United States, this article is presented to art personnel to alert them to the changes that are most likely to be encountered in the art program with respect to classroom activities and the ordering of materials. (Author/RK)

Measurement is perhaps the most frequently used form of mathematics. This book presents activities for learning about the metric system designed for upper intermediate and junior high levels. Discussions include: why metrics, history of metrics, changing to a metric world, teaching tips, and formulas. Activities presented are: metrics all around…

A step-by-step procedure for converting a secondhand platform balance to the metric system is outlined for use as a student project. (MP)

Five rules for teaching the metric system are presented, and five measurement activities which can be adapted for elementary or secondary students are described. (DT)

General suggestions for introducing the metric system, followed by descriptions of several activities for measuring length, volume, and mass are given. (DT)

Instructions and materials are given for an activity designed to help students become familiar with the metric system. The game emphasizes the relationship between metric units. (MP)

Designed for adult basic education students at the grade 4, 5, or 6 level, this student workbook and accompanying instructor's guide (separate document) comprise the Adult Basic Education Level III package on the metric system. The content of this workbook is occupationally oriented. (There are references to measurement tasks used within 31…

Designed for adult basic education students at the grade 7, 8, or 9 level, this student workbook and accompanying instructor's guide (separate document) comprise the Adult Basic Education Level III package on the metric system. The content of this workbook is occupationally oriented. (There are references to measurement tasks used within 50…

This is a compilation of instructional materials to assist teachers and students in learning about the metric system. Contents are organized into four color-coded sections containing the following: (1) background and reference materials for the teacher, including a list of available media and a conversion chart; (2) metric activities for primary…

Five sequential objectives of metric education are listed, and suggestions for teaching the metric system in the elementary school and in fifteen disciplinary areas in the secondary schools are offered. (SD)

This activity, for grades 7-12, requires students to lay out an arena for training horses. To do this the students compute the sum of metric linear measures, compute the circumference of circles and semi-circles, and use the Pythagorean Theorem. (BB)

Activities are described for a metric unit that involves parental participation. The purpose is to educate parents as well as change their attitudes toward the metric system. (MP)

Activities suitable for children of ages six through nine years were designed to introduce metric weights. The activity sequence and its administration are described in detail. (SD)