Suggests that algebra, geometry, and recent history can be combined in lessons pertaining to an ongoing, relevant controversy related to paper sizes. Early paper sizes, International Standards Organization (ISO) paper sizes, the "golden rectangle," and paper sizes in the United States are discussed. (JN)

Provides an exercise to help students understand how small atoms are. Also provides a problem to help beginning college students understand the concepts of unit conversions. (JN)

Describes an out of the classroom activity encompassing science and mathematics concepts used in mapping and measuring tree heights. (BR)

Discusses how the International System (SI) abbreviations for numerical factors designated as prefixes may be treated in quantity calculus as free-standing algebraic symbols. Illustrative examples are also presented. (HM)

Compares the performance of three groups of students on two instruments developed to measure an understanding of: (1) metric relationships and (2) metric applications. It is concluded that participants are able to perform paper-pencil computation with metric units without being able to apply them. (HM)

These materials were designed to be used by life science students for instruction in the application of physical theory to ecosystem operation. Most modules contain computer programs which are built around a particular application of a physical process. The module is concerned with conventional techniques such as concepts of measurement,…

Presents the following activities for teaching elementary students about the metric system: Metric Soda Fountain, Metric Meals, Metric Moola, and Metric Golf. (PR)