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McKeough, William J. – School Science and Mathematics, 1970
Describes an instructional method in secondary school mathematics applicable to physics instruction, to develop conceptual understanding of motion word problems. Distance, rate, and time are defined, used as variables and considered with relative motion as a unifying concept. (JM)
Descriptors: Algebra, Instruction, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Concepts

Barrow, Lloyd H.; And Others – School Science and Mathematics, 1994
Presents an integrated math/science activity in which families work together at an activity station and design and make a track for a marble to travel down using rules attached to a board. (MKR)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Learning Activities, Lesson Plans, Mathematics Education
How Many Miles per Hour Is That Fan Going? An Experiment to Implement Problem Solving in Grades 5-8.

Cochener, David; Cochener, Debbie – School Science and Mathematics, 1993
Describes the process of problem identification, data collection, and generalization in a mathematical experiment to find the speed at which a bug travels at the end of a fan blade. Presents the learning outcomes of the experiment and possible implications of using this teaching method. (MDH)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Experiments, Geometric Concepts, Heuristics