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Peer reviewedBaker, John D.; Beisel, Raymond W. – School Science and Mathematics, 2001
Uses a traditional approach with problem solving, a concrete approach with manipulatives, and a visual approach with computer spreadsheets to teach the arithmetic mean to 22 children in grades 4-6 in three multiage groups. Differences among pretest, posttest, and interview performances suggest some advantage to the use of a visual instructional…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Education, Manipulative Materials, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedBlubaugh, William L. – School Science and Mathematics, 1993
Describes examples of student-centered activities for exploring mathematical induction using BASIC programs or spreadsheets. Discusses the advantages of using this medium to teach the concept and provides computer programs for the activities. (MDH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Discovery Learning, High Schools
Peer reviewedWandersee, James H. – School Science and Mathematics, 1992
Presents integrated activities for mathematics and biology appropriate for various levels from grades five through eight. Explores interesting aspects of human fingernails and hair growth and their mathematical relationship to time. Provides suggestions to integrate the activities with technology. (MDH)
Descriptors: Biology, Calculators, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Education
