Presented here is an index which indicates the title and location of each activity by volume and page numbers. The majority of items relate to arithmetic, elementary algebra, and plane geometry, but material also covers such topics as statistics, probability, trigonometry set theory, topology, and modern algebra. (MP)

Rubik's Cube is viewed as a tool to generate student interest in applying rather sophisticated mathematics to generate some solution algorithms. Discussion begins with the creation of a notation method for the cube and develops into applications of permutations and set concepts. A special "cycle notation" is employed. (MP)

Problems designed to show the meaningful use of logarithms in the age of calculators are presented. The emphasis is placed on viewing a logarithm as an inverse operation to raising to a power. (MP)

An applications problem, which illustrates an important technique in mathematical applications, is presented and discussed. (MK)

A variety of ideas for working with money are presented. Activities provide experience in counting nickels and dimes, counting money and making change, determining sale prices by computing the percentage off a base or regular price, and keeping a record of current balances in checking and savings accounts. (MP)

The problems involved in making reservations for airline flights is discussed in creating a mathematical model designed to maximize an airline's income. One issue not considered in the model is any public relations problem the airline may have. The model does take into account the issue of denied boarding compensation. (MP)

A simple teaching model, designed to show rapidly which are the principal factors in population growth and how they are related, is presented. The apparatus described allows students to play several different active roles. (MP)

Activities designed to: (1) provide experience in determining the likelihood of events and systematically recording the results of a succession of events; and (2) provide experiences in reading and drawing logical conclusions from graphed data are presented. Worksheet masters designed for duplication for classroom use are included. (MP)

It is felt teachers can adopt techniques of magicians to mathematics instruction whenever it seems appropriate. Ideas for a unit on the properties of odd and even integers are presented for teachers who enjoy some theatrics in the classroom. The goal is to teach mathematical ideas underlying magic tricks. (MP)

Describes the basic philosophy, nomenclature, and techniques used in mathematical modelling to enable biologists, engineers, land managers, and others to understand the concepts and usefulness of models. Contrasts conceptual and empirical approaches, using ecosystem models as an example of the former. (DC)

The need for the instruction of computer literacy in schools is advocated, along with programing courses beyond this basic level. (MP)

Calculators are used to compute tables of values in solving problems of maximizing areas. Reproducable worksheets are included. (MP)

Teaching ideas that focus on reading data generated by a computer, input media with emphasis on one type of punched card, flowcharting, and simple program writing to solve word problems are provided on worksheets designed for classroom use. (MP)

A thirty-four item criterion referenced multiple choice mathematics placement examination was administered to 383 freshmen entering Chicago State University in the Fall, 1974. Each item of the test was constructed to measure a specific computational behavioral objective. The proportion of students demonstrating each desired behavior is reported.…

Mathematical modeling is defined. Examples are used to show that there are models available which illustrate both the traditional use of mathematics in the physical science and its newer use in nonphysical disciplines, and which are at a suitable level for teaching in schools. (Author/MK)