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Thomas, Anne – Mathematics in School, 1974
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Elementary School Mathematics, Experiential Learning, Instruction
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Bloom, Lynette M.; And Others – Mathematics in School, 1986
An intuitive approach to exponential functions is described. Microcomputers are used to aid discovery of derivatives. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Discovery Learning, Functions (Mathematics), Graphs
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Ranucci, Ernest R. – Mathematics in School, 1973
Different regular-polygon-shaped candles wound with a sheet of paper are cut through obliquely. When the papers are unwound, unique patterns are revealed. Investigation of these patterns leads to the discovery of geometric concepts. (JP)
Descriptors: Congruence, Discovery Learning, Experiential Learning, Geometric Concepts
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Jones, C. – Mathematics in School, 1982
An exploration approach with calculators that promotes student investigation and development of mathematical processes and concepts is highlighted. The presentation helps to highlight the enormous potential of calculators to facilitate new and imaginative approaches to certain areas of number work, and shows how student interest is promoted. (MP)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Discovery Learning, Educational Technology
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Mathematics in School, 1981
Cones as containers and envelopes are discussed with appropriate activities for middle grade children provided. (MP)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Elementary Secondary Education, Geometric Concepts, Graphs
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Hawkin, Wendy – Mathematics in School, 1988
Describes activities in a mathematics class for six-year-olds. The article makes several points, including: working independently is very absorbing; investigative work is as important as algorithms; and children working in groups can achieve more than even the brightest child working alone. (PK)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Discovery Learning, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
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Griffiths, H. B. – Mathematics in School, 1981
A lesson involving moebius strips and geometric properties is reviewed. Specific activities are suggested. (MP)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Geometric Concepts
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Dunkels, Andrejs – Mathematics in School, 1991
Number sequences are useful complements to traditional drill and practice. Described is an activity in which the basic rule, add the tens digit to five times the ones digit, is used to generate a sequence of numbers. The dialogue between teacher and student discussing characteristics of emerging patterns is given. (MDH)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Elementary Education, Enrichment Activities, Mathematical Enrichment
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Ehrlich, Amos – Mathematics in School, 1991
Presented are four mathematical discoveries made by students on an arithmetical function using the Fibonacci sequence. Discussed is the nature of the role of the teacher in directing the students' discovery activities. (KR)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Inquiry, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities
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Brown, Ian C. – Mathematics in School, 1991
Described is an activity that categorizes a two-digit number as "sneaky" if the continued process of taking the difference of the squares of its digits leads to a difference of zero. Other categorizations are determined by whether the difference process ends in a one-digit number or continues in a loop of numbers. (MDH)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Elementary Secondary Education, Enrichment Activities, Inquiry