Several highly motivating lessons particularly pertinent to the study of mathematics in high schools and the first years of college are presented. These lessons fall into four categories: (1) problems that present a challenge and which are interesting for their own sake; (2) problems based on real situations that can be understood by the student;…

This module utilizes hole punching with a pencil, paper folding, rubber band stretching, and unique board models to "picture" key geometric concepts in an intuitive manner. The module is virtually self-contained, except for common classroom items which are scissors and a protractor. The introductory lesson allows for a variety of approaches for…

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS IN MATHEMATICS WERE DEVELOPED ACCORDING TO DESIRED BEHAVIORAL OUTCOMES AND DEMONSTRATED AT A SUMMER, INSERVICE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM. PROJECT STAFF MEMBERS WERE PRESENTED WITH AN AUDIOVISUAL AND SUPPLEMENTAL READING PROGRAM TO ORIENT THEM TO A BEHAVIORAL OUTCOME APPROACH TO INSTRUCTION. BEFORE THE INSTRUCTIONAL…

The guide, the product of an exemplary career education program for junior high school students, was developed to show how geometry can be applied to real-life career-oriented areas and to bring a practical approach to the teaching of geometry. It is designed to show how some of the theorems or postulates in geometry are used in different careers.…

A mathematical game that reinforces basic multiplication facts, strengthens concepts of factors and multiples, and also provides arithmetic drill is described. Four variations of the game are also provided. (JT)

Narrates an account of teaching mathematical concepts to junior high school students using manipulative materials and small and large group games. The following concepts are explained through game descriptions using numeration or Dienes blocks: regrouping decimals, and place value. (DST)

A few examples are provided of the history of games and recreations. Six games and some recreations are discussed. (MNS)

A previous article examined the amount of fuel that could constantly burn each second and achieve a safe landing. This article investigates some ways to burn variable amounts of fuel according to some mathematical function (such as an arithmetic progression). Several assumptions (such as a massless fuel) are made. (JN)

This section includes brief articles on holding a 'metric review show,' the 'normal' approach to graphing, graphing polynomials by using the powers of the factors, and some sum derivations. (MNS)

Intended to identify current and near future needs within the two-year mathematics community and inform the greater mathematics community of their special needs and problems, this publication presents the American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges' (AMATYC's) guidelines for mathematics departments at two year colleges. Following…

This guide contains hands-on mathematics activities to connect middle-school students to the traditional knowledge of their grandparents and elders. Because girls often lose interest in math at the middle-school level, and because women in some communities (especially in rural areas) are seldom involved in work with an obvious math basis, the…

Two activities that provide motivation for drill problem-solving work are described. Solutions to problems are associated with coded letter puzzles which provide instant feedback as well as motivational interest. (JP)

Fifty detailed examples illustrating the uses of a wide range of supplementary printed materials are presented. Each example specifies the material, the function, the technique, and the recommended grade levels. (LS)

Suggestions are given for the preparation and evaluation of projects and exhibits. Extensive examples of a wide range of student-developed projects are described. A listing of project topics with references is included. (LS)