Discusses reasons for using spreadsheets in mathematics education. Presents mathematics activities for beginning algebra classes using spreadsheets. (ASK)

Presents the Newton-Raphson algorithm, which is an iterative way of finding the root of an equation f(x)=0. (ASK)

Provides a set of classroom activities or steps that can be used to determine the area of a triangle on a sphere. (ASK)

Describes the implementation of graphing calculators as teaching and learning aids in an intermediate linear algebra unit at the undergraduate level. Outlines the approach taken and discusses the problems that arose in relation to calculator use. (ASK)

Describes an interdisciplinary quantitative reasoning course that uses algebra to answer questions from science. Describes the development, philosophy, and structure of the course and demonstrates two of the projects developed for this course. Presents student reactions and attitudes towards the course. (Contains 11 references.) (Author/ASK)

Establishes six levels from an inductive proof to an algebraic demonstration on the bases of three axes in lower secondary school mathematics. Examines the meanings of demonstration and proof in lower secondary school mathematics and shows the relationships between them. Illustrates the discussion with a seventh grade student's activities.…

Discusses the place of writing in mathematics classes. Presents three specific writing assignments designed for and used in a college abstract algebra course. (ASK)

Describes the efforts in one large county to provide professional development and encourage dialog among elementary, middle, and high school mathematics teachers about issues related to algebraic thinking. Presents information on the algebra network, sample activities, and participant reactions. (ASK)

Analyzes student construction of function-based problem solving methods in introductory algebra. Describes longitudinal observation of a pair of students that studied algebra for three years using the function approach including intensive use of graphing technology. Offers terms for describing and explaining what and how do learners appreciate and…

The mathematical curriculum of the next millennium should harness children's motivation without losing their mathematics. Envisages that the computer might offer just the context to help do this. Presents snapshots from two case studies. (Contains 18 references.) (ASK)

Examined peer group structures in low- and regular-track high school algebra classrooms, studying clique group affiliations defined by students and their teachers regarding academic achievement. Clique group affiliation was a potential predictor of academic achievement in both types of classes. Successful achievement appeared to be a factor that…

It is argued that interrater agreement is a psychometric property which is theoretically different from classic reliability. Formulas are presented to illustrate a set of algebraically equivalent rater agreement indices that are intended to provide educational and psychological researchers with a practical way to establish a measure of rater…

The Interactive Mathematics Program is part of a National Science Foundation effort to design a comprehensive, standards-based high school mathematics curriculum. IMP's four-year program, which replaces the traditional sequence, involves little memorization, integrates traditional material with topics such as probability and statistics, and uses…

Introduces programs that assist blind students such as Tactile Access to Education for Visually Impaired Students (TAEVIS). Reports on two blind students who successfully completed physics courses and their learning strategies. Discusses the accessibility of visual aids. (YDS)

Identifies a number of algebraic constructs that emerge from conducting investigations in a Logo environment. Details the intellectual struggle of a number of students as they interact with the environment. Reports on the development of a series of comparative case studies with seven students enrolled in an online talent education development…