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Peer reviewedSmith, Lyle R. – Mathematics Teacher, 1987
Some activities are provided to help students develop a conceptual understanding of perimeter, area, and volume, as well as developing skills in spatial visualization and formulating generalizations. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algebra, Geometric Concepts, Learning Activities, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedDixon, J.; Watkinson, R. – Mathematics in School, 1997
Describes two activities involving sorting, counting, and determining relationships that use sameness and difference, spatial skills, pattern identification, number bonds, and generalization. (DDR)
Descriptors: Educational Games, Educational Strategies, Elementary Education, Grouping (Instructional Purposes)
Peer reviewedSlesnick, Twila – Arithmetic Teacher, 1984
The problem-solving skills of logical thinking, critical thinking, visualization, and communication skills are linked with some activities for students. Sample activities with logic, strategies and patterns, breaking fixed notions, open-minded problems, spatial visualization, and communication are described. (MNS)
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Activities, Mathematical Enrichment
Hill, Jane, M., Ed. – 1987
The articles in this collection of readings come principally from the last ten years of the "Arithmetic Teacher." The emphasis is on teaching mathematics in grades K-6, although some articles may include teaching ideas and activities for grades seven and eight. Articles on measurement geometry are not included; the focus is on the development of…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Instructional Materials
Peer reviewedTracy, Dyanne M.; Eckart, Joyce A. – School Science and Mathematics, 1990
Described are pentonimoe activities which nurture a nonanxious attitude toward math and science, promote an atmosphere of cooperation, support development of problem-solving skills, and provide spatial-ability skill exercises. These activities can be used by students at all educational levels. (KR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Concept Formation, Cooperative Learning, Developmental Stages
Burton, Grace; And Others – 1991
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
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
Burton, Grace; And Others – 1991
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
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
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
