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Flores, Alfinio – Mathematics Teacher, 1998
Suggests scales as alternative representations of numerical concepts and operations that can be used as arithmetic-mean machines, adding machines, multiplication machines, and geometric-mean machines. (ASK)
Descriptors: Mathematics Activities, Mathematics Instruction, Number Concepts, Secondary Education
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Flores, Alfinio; Perkins, Isabel – Ohio Journal of School Mathematics, 2001
Geometrical representations can help students generalize arithmetic to algebra. Includes several examples including triangle numbers and models of cubes. (Author/MM)
Descriptors: Algebra, Arithmetic, Geometric Concepts, Geometry
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Flores, Alfinio – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 2002
Students can form beautiful curves through a kinesthetic experience by using a dynamic geometry program. The examples included are parabolas, pursuit curves, spirals, and more. (MM)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Geometric Constructions, Geometry, Mathematics Activities