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Operational and Intuitive Algebra
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Whitman, Betsey; Cook, Donald – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1977
A method for teaching students to solve complex algebraic equations is described. The method, which relies on sequentially reducing the complexity of the problem has been successfully used with secondary students and in remedial college courses. (SD)
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, College Mathematics, Higher Education
Fixed Point Iteration-An Interesting Way to Begin a Calculus Course.
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Butts, Thomas – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1981
An unusual alternative starting point for instruction in a beginning calculus course that focuses on Fixed Point Iteration (FPI) is presented. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, Calculus, College Mathematics