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Hoffenberg, Elliot J. – MATYC Journal, 1977
An approach to teaching sequences is described. The method is based on finding generating functions. (SD)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Higher Education, Instruction, Mathematics Education
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Holdener, Judy A. – PRIMUS, 2005
The card game SET has attracted the attention of math and game enthusiasts alike. In this article, I present a first semester Abstract Algebra project that guides the students through an algebraic formulation of the game. There are many interesting mathematical questions that one can ask about the game, and I illustrate how the project can be used…
Descriptors: Educational Games, Algebra, Mathematics Instruction, Teaching Methods
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Guy, Richard K. – Mathematics Magazine, 1990
Presented are 44 examples in which students are invited to guess what pattern of numbers is emerging and to decide whether the pattern will persist. Topics of examples include Pascal's triangle, integers, vertices, Fibonacci numbers, power series, partition functions, and Euler's theorem. The answers to all problems are included. (KR)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Higher Education, Learning Activities, Mathematical Concepts
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Gallian, Joseph A. – Mathematics Magazine, 1991
Described are some ways in which individual states code driver's license numbers. The encoding of month, date of birth, year of birth, sex, and others involving elementary mathematics and the use of an elaborate system of hashing functions in describing the first, middle, and last names are discussed. (KR)
Descriptors: Coding, College Mathematics, Higher Education, Mathematical Applications
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Mathematics Teacher, 1986
Brief articles are included on exploring mathematical patterns, with two computer programs listed for finding happy numbers; a simple periodic function in trigonometry; and comments on humorous student errors. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Software, Error Patterns, Functions (Mathematics)
Novotna, Jarmila, Ed.; Moraova, Hana, Ed.; Kratka, Magdalena, Ed.; Stehlikova, Nad'a, Ed. – International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education, 2006
This document contains the fourth volume of the proceedings of the 30th Conference of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education. Conference presentations are centered around the theme "Mathematics at the Centre." This volume features 59 research reports by presenters with last names beginning between Kun and…
Descriptors: Program Effectiveness, Foreign Countries, Teacher Education, Psychology