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Balka, Don S.; Wiles, Clyde A. – 1985
The 1985 Indiana Mathematics Contest included tests in Algebra (First Course), Geometry, Algebra (Second Course), and Comprehensive. Test-writing responsibilities were delegated to mathematics and mathematics education faculties at four state universities, with the mathematical content based on course objectives in the state guidelines. Fourteen…
Descriptors: Algebra, Geometry, High Achievement, Mathematical Enrichment
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Ibrahim, Aziz; Gucker, Edward J. – Mathematics Teacher, 1975
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Enrichment
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Smith, Douglas D. – Mathematics Teacher, 1975
An activity is presented that involves an unusual multiplicative operation on natural numbers. Described are interesting properties that students may discover when using the new operation. (JP)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Experiential Learning, Mathematical Enrichment, Multiplication
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Shively, Joe E.; Holz, Alan W. – School Science and Mathematics, 1975
The use of Cuisenaire rods to illustrate finite mathematical systems is presented. (CR)
Descriptors: Curriculum, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Grade 3
BRUNS, CARL; AND OTHERS – 1963
THIS DOCUMENT IS A TEACHING GUIDE TO AID IN THE USE OF CUISENAIRE MATERIALS TO PRESENT FUNDAMENTAL MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS TO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHILDREN. CONCEPTS OF AND EXERCISES IN COUNTING, NUMBERING, ADDING, DIVIDING, SUBTRACTING, AND MULTIPLYING ARE EMPHASIZED. IN ADDITION, CONCEPTS OF FRACTIONS, DISTRIBUTIVE PROPERTIES OF NUMBERS, RECTANGULAR…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Fundamental Concepts, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Enrichment
GOLDBERG, MIRIAM L.; AND OTHERS – 1966
THE TALENTED YOUTH PROJECT (TYP) MATHEMATICS STUDY WAS DESIGNED AS A STUDY TO COMPARE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF VARIOUS CURRICULUM PATTERNS AND PRACTICES IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION CURRENTLY USED WITH ACADEMICALLY TALENTED JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS. THE SAMPLE CONSISTED OF 51 CLASSES AND 6 MATHEMATICS PROGRAMS. THE LORGE-THORNDIKE VERBAL INTELLIGENCE…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Junior High Schools, Learning Processes, Mathematical Enrichment
Dickson, Helen K., Comp.
The collection of projects and exercises is designed to acquaint students with some practical applications of mathematics. The exercises are of varying length, and are oriented about the following topics and projects: home landscaping; architectural home planning; construction; home food production; personal income; banking; spending (budgeting,…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities, Mathematical Applications
Brydegaard, Marguerite; Inskeep, James E., Jr. – 1970
This is a book of readings from the "Arithmetic Teacher" on selected topics in geometry. The articles chosen are samples of material published in the journal from its beginning in February 1954 through February 1970. The articles are of three major types. The first is classified "involvement." These articles describe geometry units in which the…
Descriptors: Curriculum, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometry, Instruction
Peck, Lyman C. – 1961
This pamphlet is designed for use as enrichment material for able junior and senior high school students who are interested in mathematics. No more than a clear understanding of basic arithmetic is expected. Students are introduced to ideas from number theory and modern algebra by learning mathematical ways of coding and decoding secret messages.…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Enrichment Activities, High Achievement, Instructional Materials
Barnett, I. A. – 1961
The material in this booklet is designed for non-professional mathematicians who have an interest in the theory of numbers. The author presents some elementary results of number theory without involving detailed proofs. Much of the material has direct application for secondary school mathematics teachers. A brief account of the nature of number…
Descriptors: Algebra, Arithmetic, College Mathematics, Mathematical Enrichment
Stanford Univ., CA. School Mathematics Study Group. – 1973
This document is one of three made up of newsletters from the School Mathematics Study Group's (SMSG) series of newsletters written between 1959 and 1972. This set contains newsletters 7, 8, 9, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 29, 31, 32, 34, 37, 40, and 41, each devoted to describing SMSG publications; and newsletters 17 and 23, listing books for…
Descriptors: Biographies, Curriculum, Elementary School Mathematics, Instructional Materials
Hardgrove, Clarence Ethel; Miller, Herbert F. – 1973
This annotated bibliography suggests a selection of books that provide sources of information and recreational reading. It is divided into sections for primary, intermediate, and junior high school levels. Most of the books suggested for primary children are those from the general literature that give special attention to mathematical ideas; books…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Bibliographies, Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction
Schaaf, William L. – 1973
The scope of this booklist includes books for students of average ability, for the mathematically talented, for the professional interests of mathematics teachers, and for those concerned with general mathematics at the junior college level. About 950 titles are listed, many with brief annotations. Starring of 200 titles indicates a priority…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Bibliographies, Instruction, Instructional Materials
Krulik, Stephen – 1972
The major part of this book consists of 36 activities for secondary school mathematics laboratories. Each activity is presented in the form of a carefully-worded direction sheet which may be copied for individual use by the students. Activities are grouped in five categories: (1) Pre-Algebra, (2) Algebra, (3) Geometry, (4) Topology, and (5)…
Descriptors: Curriculum, Experiential Learning, Individual Activities, Individualized Instruction
Johnson, Donovan A. – 1957
Directions are given for folding paper to show geometric figures and relationships. Topics covered are folding the basic constructions, geometric concepts concerning triangles and quadrilaterals, circle relationships, products and factors, polygon constructions, symmetry, conic sections, and recreations. (DT)
Descriptors: Experiential Learning, Geometric Concepts, Instruction, Laboratory Procedures
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