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Retroactive Interference of Similar Methods to Teach Translation of Base Systems in Mathematics
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Barszcz, Edward L.; Gentile, J. Ronald – Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, 1976
When two methods of transforming numbers from one base to another were taught sequentially, the first interfered with learning of the second. (SD)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Instruction, Learning, Mathematics Education
A Comparison of Two Methods of Column Addition
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Wheatley, Grayson H. – Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, 1976
Two methods of adding columns of single digits were compared in terms of the speed and accuracy with which sums are produced. The direct method (successive addition) was found to be better than the method of looking for combinations which sum to ten. (SD)
Descriptors: Addition, Algorithms, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Analysis, Classification, and Frequency of Systematic Error Computational Patterns in the Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division Vertical Algorithms for Grades 2-6 and Special Education Classes.
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Cox, Linda S. – 1974
Five reports from a 2-year study are presented. Frequencies and descriptions of systematic errors in the four algorithms in arithmetic were studied in upper-middle income, regular, and special education classrooms involving 744 children. Children were screened for adequate knowledge of basic facts and for receiving prior instruction on the…
Descriptors: Addition, Algorithms, Computation, Division
Systematic Errors in the Four Vertical Algorithms in Normal and Handicapped Populations
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Cox, L. S. – Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, 1975
In a two-year study, frequencies and descriptions of systematic errors in four algorithms in arithmetic were studied in regular and special education classrooms. (Author/SD)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Basic Skills, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Don't Just Mark the Answer-- Have a Look at the Method!
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Jones, D. A. – Mathematics in School, 1975
Basic computational problems admit several different solution algorithms. A student's choice of method may be related to personal characteristics which also bear on his ability to learn other mathematical techniques and theories. (SD)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Aptitude Treatment Interaction, Educational Diagnosis, Elementary Education
A Comparison of Achievement and Attitudes of Students Using Conventional or Calculator Based Algorithms for Operations on Positive Rational Numbers in Ninth Grade General Mathematics.
Gaslin, William L. – 1974
This paper reports the results of a ten-week study investigating the use of electronic calculators to perform basic operations with rational numbers in ninth-grade mathematics classes. In all, six classes and 101 students were involved. A short literature review is given and three treatments are described. Dependent variables were five mastery…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Grade 9, Low Ability Students, Low Achievement