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Euclid, Fibonacci, and Pascal--Recursed!
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Peelle, Howard A. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1975
Use of the computer programs provided here in APL programming language can help students understand computational algorithms. (SD)
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, College Mathematics, Computer Programs
On Highest Common Factor and Least Common Multiple in the Secondary School Mathematics Curriculum.
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Davies, H. B. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1980
Attention is drawn to an ancient Greek method for finding the least common multiple (LCM) of two numbers. A link is established between this method and a well-known method of obtaining the highest common factor (HCF) numbers. This leads to consideration of some relationships between HCF and LCM. (Author/MK)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Mathematical Formulas, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Instruction
On the Theoretical Foundation of the Cognitive Method: A Strategy for Teaching Word Problems.
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Yeshurun, Shraga – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1980
The cognitive method, an algorithmic method for transforming verbal word problems into equations, equation systems, inequalities, etc., is presented and discussed. The psychological and mathematical aspects of the cognitive method are also reviewed. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Cognitive Processes, Educational Psychology, Learning Theories
Inverse Operations in School Teaching.
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Bryll, Grzegorz; Rabijewska, Barbara – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1980
The theory of unary and binary operations are discussed and illustrated with examples from school mathematics. Presentations of selected inverse operations are made and attention is drawn to certain "typical" problems that occur during instruction and learning of these concepts. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, College Mathematics, Learning Problems, Mathematical Concepts
Computing in Mathematics Education
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Gunzenhauser, R. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1975
In this paper, prepared for a European conference on mathematics education, the author examines three types of computer use in undergraduate and high school classrooms: Using the computer as an instructional tool for student development of algorithms, teaching about the computer itself, and use of computer-assisted instruction. (SD)
Descriptors: Algorithms, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education
Conversational Programming-An Instructional Plus
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Bishop, W. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1976
The merits of having students interact with the computer rather than use canned programs to solve problems are discussed. Examples are provided. (SD)
Descriptors: Algorithms, College Mathematics, Computer Oriented Programs, Higher Education