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Bright, George W. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989
Developing numerical relationships with calculators is emphasized. Calculators furnish some needed support for students as they investigate the value of fractions as the numerators or denominators change. An example with Logo programing for computers is also included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Calculators, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions

Bright, George W. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
The technique of organizing data in tables to solve counting problems in geometry is illustrated in the solution of five problems. (MN)
Descriptors: Computation, Elementary Secondary Education, Geometry, Instructional Materials

Bright, George W. – School Science and Mathematics, 1975
When primary children were interviewed to determine their perceptions of embedded triangles, they failed to observe overlapping triangles. Possible explanations for this and other response patterns are discussed, and implications for schooling are explored. (SD)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Conceptual Schemes, Curriculum, Elementary Education

Bright, George W. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
Using the two posters in this article, students are to search for patterns as a way of counting different types of squares and cubes obtained from a larger square or cube that is printed on the outside edge or surface. (MP)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Instruction

Bright, George W. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
Two ideas to use as a bulletin board display as an activity center, or as worksheets emphasizing whole number concepts are described. (JT)
Descriptors: Computation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Learning Activities