Presents an activity that emphasizes problem-solving situations in which students are expected to struggle with problems that have real-life implications. Also discusses assessment criteria and composition of the groups, and illustrates four groups' work. (ASK)

Uses student reading interests as a context for data collection, and asks them to represent their findings in different ways using tables, bar graphs, pictographs, and pie graphs. (ASK)

Provides instructions for 23 mathematics learning activities for young children in early childhood settings. Includes activities for ordering, numeral recognition, counting, number sense and numeration, and a list of suggested music, movement, and book ideas for each area. (KB)

Presents suggestions for teaching chess to young children as part of the problem-solving component of a kindergarten mathematics curriculum. Discusses the introduction of pairs of chess characters, playing challenge games with teachers to enhance skill development, and writing down the rules of the game. Notes that children's problem-solving and…

Introduces mathematical guessing games to teach algebra that motivate students in learning mathematics by stimulating their curiosity and problem-solving abilities. (ASK)

Illustrates possible uses of concept maps in mathematics classrooms which can show the degree of students' understanding of mathematical concepts and connections. (Contains 11 references.) (ASK)

Introduces a course using mPowerNet to develop course material by using computers to teach numeracy. Presents the guiding principles of the course, mathematics material, course material, and course guidance. (ASK)

Presents a project in which grade 1 children use diary writing as a link between home and school. Describes how they used problem solving and problem posing as part of normal classroom and home activities. (ASK)

Argues that it is just as important for parents to do math with their children as it is to read to them. Discusses ways parents can recognize the potential for teaching mathematics to their children during some everyday situations. (WRM)

Suggests a few alternative approaches to teaching algebra that allow students to construct and reflect upon meanings for expressions and equations. The three lessons, which require extended discussion and reflection, are "Representing Algebraic Expressions,""Evaluating Algebraic Statements," and "Generating Equations." (WRM)

Describes a semester-long activity added to traditional homework assignments in which students complete a project that brings art together with science and mathematics. Students may choose any one of a combination of different art forms. (DDR)

Introduces games, puzzles, patterns, and drums from the African countries of Rwanda and Burundi. Contains 25 references. (ASK)

Discusses the place of cooperative learning in education and presents mathematics activities for cooperative groups. Concludes with the benefits of using scored discussions in mathematics classrooms. Contains 16 references. (ASK)

Describes how a mathematical model can be constructed and used to better understand human impact on natural resources. Uses the source of many current discussions in northern Idaho to present algebraic concepts and show an application of exponential functions. Contains 13 references. (ASK)

Presents an activity in which students are asked to plan a garden then gather and analyze data on plant height versus available space. Provides historical information on gardening. (ASK)