Presented are suggestions for teaching absolute value using five different definitions of the concept. (MK)

Algebra is used to expand the historic construction of the arithmetic, geometric, and harmonic means to include the quadratic mean and a fifth mean. (MK)

Presented are suggestions for teaching metric conversion and the properties of quadrilaterals. (MK)

The study examines Saskatchewan high school students' achievement of selected mathematical competencies. Results indicate statistically significant differences in achievement among some grades, mathematics programs, school enrollment sizes, and between the sexes. Educational implications are outlined. (MK)

Samples of children in English secondary schools were given a test on integers, as part of the investigation into children's understanding of mathematics undertaken by the Concepts in Secondary Mathematics and Science (CSMS) project. This is a brief report of the performance of the third-year children. (Author/MK)

This study attempted to determine if teachers discriminate against female learners of mathematics. More than 1000 secondary mathematics teachers were asked to grade four geometry proofs. Student sex and ability were the independent variables. Analysis yielded no significant F ratios for either of the main effects or their interaction. (Author/MK)

Interviews with three individuals in mathematics education--one student and two teachers--are presented. (MK)

This essay concentrates on those aspects of music that can be classified as purely mathematical or musical form, and is restricted to secondary-level concepts. (MP)

Teaching ideas are presented on the following topics: the number line, earthquakes and Venn diagrams, homework, and flow proofs in geometry. (MP)

A discussion is given on the probability of winning at the game of craps. Variations are discussed in terms of probabilities. (MP)

An investigation using the Pythagorean theorem, the area of a triangle, and some first-year algebra yields a relationship between the radii of inscribed and escribed circles. (MP)

An investigation of student difficulties in elementary algebra is outlined. Also described are four materials, produced by the author, to be used by algebra students. (MK)

This reprint of one of the original Project Solo curriculum modules contains five problems and a computer program. (MK)

The authors suggest a few games for which programmable pocket calculators are used to create an environment in which mathematical concepts can be experienced more easily by students. (Author/MK)

Ideas that students can use in generating their own problems are discussed and suggestions are made for implementing this type of activity in the classroom. (MK)