Five graded sets of examples of alphametrics are provided. The puzzles are suggested for use in developing the traits of considering all possibilities and systematic working. (MP)

This problem deck contains over 150 problems related to the module "Using Tables to Solve Problems." The problems are presented at five levels of difficulty and contain four basic types of two-dimensional tables: (1) constant sum; (2) constant differences; (3) constant quotient or ratio; and (4) constant product. (MP)

Problems short on computation and long on logical thinking are suggested for development of logical thinking. A set of such problems is presented. (MP)

Two instructional strategies incorporating a microprocessor-based computer system are described. These are the use of the system to drive a television monitor, and the system's use in generating problem sets. (MP)

The author describes simple techniques for providing individualized help within a group teaching situation. (SD)

This study was designed to compare the relative effectiveness of word problem instruction based on Polya's approach to problem solving with Dahmus' word by word translation approach. When ninth-grade students were randomly assigned to one of these approaches, no differences in mean number of problems solved were observed. (SD)

This teaching guide presents six lessons on using tables to solve problems. For each lesson, the guide gives the purpose, the rationales, materials, and detailed teaching procedures. The six lessons involve making a table, completing a table, using tables to solve problems (lessons 3 and 4), reading tables, and solving problems. Each lesson opens…

A collection of brief articles on mathematics and teaching mathematics. (FL)