The purpose of this study was to determine if there would be a significant difference in the achievement levels of two groups of eighth-grade Algebra I students when one group receives instruction from a non-traditional (Saxon) method of instruction, and the other receives instruction from a traditional method (Fair and Bragg text). The study was…

This document lists mathematics objectives for Boston high school students. All objectives are presented in two columns. The left-hand column states each objective in general terms and gives an idea of its scope. The right-hand column gives a specific example of what students should be able to do when the objective is achieved. Objectives are…

Two approaches to the teaching of logarithms are described. One is essentially algebraic while the other involves integration. (SD)

A dialogue between a student and a teacher is presented. The topic is the absolute value function. The discussion ranges from elementary algebraic properties to deeper properties of the function. (SD)

An inconsistency between American and British accounting methods led the author to this problem whose solution involves linear equations and geometric series. (SD)

Geometric series are developed from accounting problems involving percent interest. (SD)

Similarity of parabolas and other conic sections is discussed. The theorem "Any two parabolas are similar" is deduced. (SD)

An approach to precalculus mathematics allows students to pace themselves through the material. The approach is evaluated in terms of student performance, cost effectiveness and affective criteria. (SD)

At the Ohio State University a precalculus course with a very large enrollment was individualized by using a combination of televised lectures, small recitation sections, flexible testing procedures, variable course credit, and other innovative procedures. (SD)

The use of flow charts in the teaching of college mathematics enhances students' understanding of mathematical processes. Used appropriately in elementary and secondary schools they could also nurture understanding of algorithms. (SD)

The authors recommend introducing complex numbers by first studying the integers modulo seven. (SD)

The use of machinery to compute numbers approaching a limit is discussed. A convergence theorem and several examples are provided. (SD)

A review lesson based on a sports car rally is described and illustrated. It teaches detailed map reading as well as providing drill on any subject desired. Pairing students is beneficial for several stated reasons. Some students may design their own rally for presentation to the class. (Author/KM)