GRADES OR AGES: 7-12. SUBJECT MATTER: Mathematics laboratory. ORGANIZATION AND PHYSICAL APPEARANCE: The guide has 10 sections: (1) introduction, explaining the nature of the student and the duties of the teacher; (2) personnel and their duties; (3) physical characteristics of the lab; (4) testing program; (5) evaluation procedure; (6) record…

This pamphlet from The Madison Project announces the release of films and other materials for a supplementary mathematics program for grades 2 through 8, and for a course in ninth grade algebra. These materials are designed to be used in conjunction with the regular school program in arithmetic and mathematics. Among the films available are (1) A…

This booklet is one of a series devoted to changes in major curricular areas in the school systems of Kentucky. Included are twenty-one articles written by administrative and teaching personnel who are involved in mathematics programs of an experimental or innovative nature. The articles describe programs dealing with modern mathematics, computer…

Study methods which will enable students to do well in high school mathematics are discussed in this booklet. Suggestions are offered concerning homework, classwork, taking tests, and special aids for studying particular areas of mathematics. Tips on doing homework include how to use the textbook, how to memorize in mathematics, how to avoid…

These materials are a part of a series of studies sponsored by the Cambridge Conference on School Mathematics which reflects the ideas of CCSM regarding the goals and objectives for school mathematics K-12. Feasibility Studies 9-13 contain a wide range of topics. The following are the titles and brief descriptions of these studies. Number…

The purpose of this booklet is to help high school students learn how to study mathematics more effectively. Suggestions are made on how to plan for doing homework, how to take notes in class, how to review for tests, and how to take tests. Special tips are given regarding some specific topics in algebra, geometry, coordinate geometry, and…

The teacher's guide to Unit 12 of this SMSG series covers the chapter on quadratic functions and the chapter on statistics. The overall purpose for each of the chapters is described, the prerequisite knowledge needed by students is specified, the mathematical development of each chapter is detailed, behavioral objectives are stated, and a time…

The third in a series of three workbook texts on beginning algebra. Designed primarily for use by low ability mathematics students, the texts have been used by average ability students as supplementary materials. Volume 3 contains material on order of operations, using variables and phrases, solving equations, equivalent equations, the addition…

This document suggests ways of setting up a "Math Resource Center" and ideas for particular resources. Briefly discussed are the following: purpose of a resource center; supervision; physical facilities; and materials-library, math lab and games, computer, autio-visual materials, and office machines. Lists in the appendices include: journals,…

GRADES OR AGES: Grade 9 and 10 (first and second courses). SUBJECT MATTER: Algebra. ORGANIZATION AND PHYSICAL APPEARANCE: The material for each grade is presented in four columns: major areas, significant anticipated outcomes, observations and suggestion, and references and films. The topics covered in the first course include reviews of set…

A brief statement of the importance of a liberal education for all teachers is followed by twelve guidelines for the planning, implementation and evaluation of programs for educating prospective secondary school mathematics and science teachers. Each guideline contains a brief rationale, describes the expected skills, and suggests strategies for…

This booklet briefly traces the history of algebra up through the present day modern algebra. The use of proofs, matrices, properties of groups, and linear equations and computers are discussed. (DT)

A brief survey of the elementary number systems is provided. The natural numbers, integers, rational numbers, real numbers, and complex numbers are discussed; numerals and the use of numbers in measuring are also covered. (DT)

The effectiveness and efficiency of four self-instructional modes of individualized instruction were compared. The effectiveness criterion was based on a posttest and a retention test; the efficiency criterion was based on the quotient of the effectiveness criterion and the total time in minutes required to complete the program. A unit on addition…

Sets of the Annual High School Mathematics Examination for each year from 1966 through 1972 include a copy of each test and its solution key. No mathematics beyond intermediate algebra and trigonometry is needed for solving the test problems. Prior year examinations are published as Volumes 5 and 17 of the New Mathematics Library. (DT)