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Peer reviewedZilliox, Joseph T.; Lowery, Shannon G. – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 1997
Describes an extended investigation of polygons and polyhedra which was conducted in response to a challenge posed in Focus, a newsletter from the Mathematical Association of America (MAA). Students were challenged to construct a polyhedron with faces that measure more than 13 inches to a side. Outlines the process, including the questions posed…
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Discovery Processes, Educational Strategies, Experiential Learning
Peer reviewedChristensen, Evelyn B. – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 1997
A mathematics teacher shares a family discussion about Pythagorean triples as her child discovers new ideas about generating a triple. This idea can be useful for introducing students to the Pythagorean theorem. Observes that middle school students tend not to share creative insights in spite of supportive families and teachers. Presents…
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Discovery Processes, Junior High Schools, Learning Strategies
