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Path Tracing and Vote Counting
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Lepowsky, William L. – Mathematics Teacher, 1976
The similarity between two apparently dissimilar problems is explored. Pascal's triangle is involved. (SD)
Descriptors: Instruction, Mathematical Models, Mathematics, Mathematics Education
The Lemming Simulation Pattern
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Reed, R. – Mathematics in School, 1974
An activity sequence is described. Several aspects of a population problem are developed using isoperimetric graph paper and symmetry principles to derive general rules. (SD)
Descriptors: Graphs, Induction, Learning Activities, Mathematical Models
Track Cards--A Different Activity for Primary Grades
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Van de Walle, John A. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
Track cards are manipulative materials used to promote verbalization, spatial perception, eye-hand coordination, simple problem solving, and fun in doing mathematics. (JT)
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Experiential Learning, Geometric Concepts, Graphs
Using Reflections to Find Symmetric and Asymmetric Patterns.
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Bidwell, James K. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1987
Provided are follow-up activities for having students explore the concept of line symmetry. Using a mirror to move a pattern; finding patterns with one, two, or four lines of symmetry; finding asymmetrical patterns; deciding if patterns are different; and solving the problem of finding all patterns possible are discussed. (MNS)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Learning Activities
Second-Grade Book. Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics Addenda Series, Grades K-6.
Burton, Grace; And Others – 1992
The 1989 document, "Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics," provides a vision and a framework for revising and strengthening the K-12 mathematics curriculum in North American schools and for evaluating both the mathematics curriculum and students' progress. This book, one in a series designed to interpret and…
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Curriculum Enrichment, Data Collection, Discovery Learning