Components of a computer studies course are discussed, goals for 15 topics to be covered in a first-year course are specified, and sample evaluation items are included. (DT)

An outline is given of the measurement units to be taught in grades K-8 and in grades 9-12 in the state of California. Important measurement concepts are noted and teaching techniques are suggested. A timeline for implementation of metrics is provided. (DT)

This is the Teacher's Commentary for the Supplementary Units for Junior High School Students. Included in the Commentary are background material for teachers, suggestions for instruction, and answers to student exercises. Also included are comments on how to use the materials with different types of students and time needed for instruction. (RH)

The purpose of this text is to teach learning and understanding of mathematics at grades seven through nine through the use of science experiments. Previous knowledge of science on the part of students or teachers is not necessary. The text is designed to be usable with any mathematics textbook in common use. The material can be covered in three…

This text was written under the auspices of the School Mathematics Study Group (SMSG) as a means for preparing teachers to teach the SMSG text Mathematics for Junior High School, Volume I. Included throughout are comments on suggested methods of presenting material to seventh graders. In this text, class exercises are interspersed throughout, with…

This book is intended as a demonstration that a variety of interesting problems suitable for use in the school mathematics experience of everyperson can be fabricated from available sources. It is intended to be illustrative rather than exhaustive. The problems in the book are intended to be accessible to children by the middle school years. The…

This document is an instructional package prepared in objective form for use by an instructor familiar with mathematics as applied to water supply and wastewater treatment plant operation. Included are objectives, instructor guides and student handouts. The module is the first of a three level series and is concerned with calculation of…

This book contains the eighth and ninth chapters of a pilot mathematics sequence for the seventh and eighth grades. The content of the sequence is to serve as a vehicle for the development of relevant computational skills, mathematical reasoning, and geometric perception in three dimensions and is to reflect the application of mathematics to the…

This pamphlet gives an overview of the Academic Advancement Program - Mathematics, briefly explains the instructional management system of the program, and discusses the goal of the program and results of evaluation. (DT)

In this collection of four career-oriented units designed to enhance a ninth grade general math curriculum, the objectives listed are (1) to provide a job oriented environment in which students are encouraged to develop responsible attitudes toward employer and self and to find interest areas to use as the basis for career choices, (2) to provide…

The mathematics curriculum of the 18th and 19th centuries is discussed with particular emphasis on arithmetic and algebra. Comparisons with current practices are made. Sample pages from several early textbooks are reproduced. (SD)

A five-year plan for full implementation of the metric system in Denver, Colorado is described. The focus of the plan is inservice work with teachers from the 23 schools. (SD)

The widespread availability of pocket electronic calculators raises issues with respect to some goals of the current curriculum and with regard to testing practices. (SD)