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Peer reviewedConway, Margaret M. – Mathematics Teacher, 1978
Answers to a list of twenty geometry-related questions are hidden in a matrix of letters. The answers can be read in eight different directions: vertically, horizontally, on both diagonals, forward, and backward. (MN)
Descriptors: Educational Games, Experiential Learning, Geometry, Instructional Materials
Dwyer, Thomas A. – Creative Computing, 1977
The use of several features of BASIC programs is examined. Examples of programs and self-tests are included. (MN)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Higher Education
Dwyer, Thomas A. – Creative Computing, 1978
The use of several features of BASIC programs is examined. Examples of programs and self-tests are included. (MN)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Higher Education
Peer reviewedMathematics Teacher, 1980
The method used at airports in determining the cloud height at night is presented. Several problems, the equation used, and a simple design of an alidade (an instrument that shows cloud heights directly) are also included. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedMathematics Teacher, 1980
Four teaching ideas are discussed: a "giant" math problem designed to motivate students to use library sources, calculators, computers, and textbooks; a different way of finding fractional equivalents; a task-card project designed to encourage mathematics students to use libraries; and journal writing in a mathematics class. (MP)
Descriptors: Algebra, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Education
Download full textMontgomery County Public Schools, Rockville, MD. – 1980
This guide was prepared as an instructional aid for teachers of a second-year course in algebra. It was designed to be applicable to a wide range of Algebra II programs offered in senior high schools. The content of the Algebra II program has been divided into 13 major units and a preliminary unit designed to review selected Algebra I skills. Each…
Descriptors: Activity Units, Algebra, Course Objectives, Instructional Materials
Fishman, Joseph – 1985
This unit was designed to develop mathematical applications in relation to a community resource issue. It should both motivate mathematics learning and provide meaningful problems for reinforcing understanding of mathematics content and skills, including ratios and percentages, linear equations, exponential functions, graphing, and the reading and…
Descriptors: Controversial Issues (Course Content), Energy, Environmental Education, Fuels
Moursund, David; East, Phillip – 1979
The usage and availability of calculators, computers, and related instructional materials are presented. This publication is a Know-Pak, a summary of materials and articles that is part of a series of information packets developed by the Oregon Department of Education. Topics covered include: (1) a forecast of a computer literacy crisis in…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Calculators, Computer Science Education, Computers
