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Peer reviewedShyers, Joan H. – Mathematics Teacher, 1987
Circuits are described, with discussion on how to help students find the algorithms to solve a variety of problems involving circuits. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Geometric Concepts, Mathematics Instruction, Problem Solving
Peer reviewedMathematics Teacher, 1983
The first section promotes use of student notebooks in mathematics instruction as incentives for pupils to do daily work. Part two looks at a geometric interpretation of the Euclidean algorithm. The final section examines an open box problem that is thought to appear in virtually every elementary calculus book. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculus, Geometric Concepts, Geometry
Peer reviewedBrumbaugh, Douglas K., Ed.; Hynes, Michael C., Ed. – School Science and Mathematics, 1979
A classroom photography activity is outlined that motivates learning of mathematical topics such as estimation, geometry, ratio, measurement, and algorithms. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Geometric Concepts, Instruction, Laboratories
Peer reviewedBolduc, Elroy J., Jr. – Mathematics Teacher, 1976
The algorithms for finding cube roots is approached by slicing a cube. (SD)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Discovery Learning, Geometric Concepts, Instruction
Peer reviewedKnill, George – Mathematics Teacher, 1980
The formula used by the telephone company to determine long distance charges is presented and several sample problems are included. (MP)
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, Enrichment Activities, Geometric Concepts
Peer reviewedDonahue, Richard J. – Mathematics Teacher, 1988
Techniques for estimating pi using the microcomputer are demonstrated. Four BASIC programs, coded from pi generating formulas, are compared for efficiency. (PK)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
