An experimental program in New York City to improve the rate of success in first-year algebra is described. Students, teachers, techniques used, and Regents Examination results in the double-period class are described. (MNS)

Pessimism is voiced that some solutions to the shortage of qualified mathematics teachers will be effective nationally. The author fears that differential pay will only redistribute the supply of available teachers, while retrained teachers will be attracted by nonteaching salaries and, moreover, may not communicate an appreciation of mathematics.…

A method is described for representing quadratic functions by three-dimensional wire models. This enables one to form a simple geometric concept of the location of imaginary zeros. (MNS)

An activity with non-Euclidean geometry, a worksheet with a device based on geometric principles, and a diagram presenting a geometric view of the geometric series are each briefly presented. (MNS)

Reflecting the author's experiences in Mozambique, some conditions and strategies for mathematics education in underdeveloped countries are suggested. How mathematics education can be used for emancipation is discussed, with extensive comments on problemising reality in classroom situations and creating confidence. (MNS)

This is the first of a two-part series on the general concept of vector space. Provides tool procedures to allow investigation of vector properties, vector addition and subtraction, and X and Y components. Lists several sources of additional vector ideas. (JM)

How the microcomputer can be used to reinforce basic statistical concepts and techniques is presented. The methods for achieving this include specific statistical problems, projects, games, and simulations for use with microcomputers. (MNS)

A programing approach is described, using numerical methods to draw implicit functions, without solving the relationships explicitly. Several examples are discussed, with programs and printouts included. (MNS)

Presents the complete Applesoft listing of a traditional adventure program. The unique feature of the program is the incorporation of mathematics word problems into the adventure. Students aged 10 and up should be able to solve these problems with little or no effort. (JN)

Describes a workshop on teaching high school geometry to the blind. Includes general suggestions for teachers with a blind student in their classes as well as suggestions related to lecture assignments, homework, and testing. Information on equipment and resource materials is also included. (JN)

Brief articles are included on creating in first-year algebra, making a Moebius hat, and graphing cubics. (MNS)

Provides a short list of integral triples for the design of problems employing unit fractions (so solutions will be positive integers). Also presents an algorithm whereby both primary and imprimitive sets of triples can be easily obtained and shows how to extend the algorithm to solve three-variate unit fraction equations. (JN)

Lessons on using maps to look for a new home are described. Data collectd from a questionnaire were compared by the students. (MNS)

Two models are presented that can be understood by students who have completed second-year algebra, as well as by calculus students. The predator-prey population model and the arms race model are included, with a computer program given for each. (MNS)

Reviews three programs produced by Edu-Ware Services: an introduction to spelling; an interactive guide to the essentials of the Basic language and computer operations in general; and the first of six volumes of tutorials, suitable for secondary/remedial-postsecondary mathematics, focusing on numbers versus numerals, line number, and sets/rules…