Multiple examples of the mathematics involved in photography are given. (MP)

Special ways of using computers as a useful tool in algebra instruction are reviewed, with applications to linear equations featured. (MP)

The use of mathematical modelling as a systematic framework for solving word problems is presented. Applications for typical elementary algebra and calculus problems are featured. (MP)

Krutetskii's claim that good problem solvers differ from poor ones both with respect to solution performance and nature of their recall of problem information is supported by this study. The use of recalled information in the solution of related problems is also examined. (MP)

An unusual alternative starting point for instruction in a beginning calculus course that focuses on Fixed Point Iteration (FPI) is presented. (MP)

An approach to teaching the principle of mathematical induction that could make more sense to introductory-level pupils is given. (MP)

The use of graph paper is traced from its origins in research reports in the early 19th century to massive use in the early 1900s. Reflected in this report is the impact of "squared paper" on instructional practices and courses in technical, scientific, and mathematical areas. (MP)

General characteristics of gifted students are listed. Seven attributes that characterize the gifted pupil in mathematics are reviewed in detail. (MP)

A way of exploring the concept of rational and irrational numbers with calculators is outlined. The numbers and routines suggested are designed to lead to additional extensions and provide an area for student exploration. (MP)

Three teaching ideas are presented: a way to solve problems based on the attitude to the hypotenuse in a right triangle, some interesting applications of percentages in determining pay raises, and a flowchart guide for reducing polynomials. (MP)

Activities geared to reinforcing the skills involved in solving linear equations are given. The material is prepared on worksheets designed for duplication. Student use of calculators is suggested, and the material can aid in promoting mental computation and estimation. (MP)

A program of testing high school juniors with college mathematics placement examinations to point out deficiencies in student knowledge is described. The history of this program, which started in 1978 at The Ohio State University, and selected data for the last few years are included. (MP)

The reactions of a group of Australian high school girls to playing the educational game "Equations" were gauged by a questionnaire and a standardized mathematics test. Attitudes were positive and some achievement gain was found. (MP)

The evaluation of the intervention program indicated that females in the experimental group increased their knowledge of sex-related differences and actually enrolled in more mathematics courses. (MP)

Research to determine whether female and male students with comparable mathematics backgrounds will have comparable achievement patterns in algebra is presented. Sex differences discovered appear to have little to do with algebra, with further research recommended on pupil use of applied problem-solving skills. (MP)