Outlines the development of a lesson structured around four stages of problem-solving. Provides five problems and questions for understanding, getting started, and for extension in each of the problems. (YP)

Discusses the use of computer spreadsheets to prepare questions from a problem. Presents three sample problems, templates, and questions. Provides a list of available spreadsheet programs. Lists five references. (YP)

The "Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics" furnishes many examples of how skills and concepts are built at the preceding levels, such as K-4, 5-8, or 9-12. This article illustrates the development of concepts and skills related to functions. Examples with diagrams are provided. (YP)

Identifies some mathematics and science skills required for successful performance in entry-level positions filled by high school graduates and determines if a group of high school graduates in the work force have those skills by using a needs assessment technique. (YP)

Described is the work of the Low Attainers Mathematics Project which has produced the report "Better Mathematics." The methodology for the report is described. Some remarks for bringing about large scale changes in teaching methods through research are included. (Author/MVL)

Reports on the design considerations involved in the development of a series of interactive videodisc modules in pre-calculus mathematics. Topics discussed include math deficiencies and anxieties at the college level; videodisc and microcomputer technology; instructional design; learning theories; and the results of two field tests in secondary…

Describes a study in a large metropolitan high school to ascertain what influence the use of regular writing in algebra classes would have on students' attitudes towards algebra and their skills in algebra. Reports the simpler and more direct the writing topics the better. (MVL)

The invariance of a multidimensional, hierarchical self-concept structure for adolescent males and females was studied using 412 male and 420 female 11th and 12th graders. Significant gender differences were found in general, academic, English, and mathematics self-concepts. (TJH)

Presents five integrated mathematics and science lessons in which students investigate the characteristics, behavior, lifecycles, and motion of mealworms and the feasibility of raising mealworms for profit. Purpose, time, materials needed, procedures, and extensions for each activity are provided. (MDH)

Reports on a study of the mathematical knowledge, strategies, and representations of 16 socially and ethnically diverse preschool children. Finds that the children bring a wide range of competencies that generally are more advanced than the curriculum content presented at that level. (CFR)

Reviews the methodology for analyzing groupwork with computers in mathematics instruction. Describes how the data were analyzed and the phases through which the analysis progressed. Presents generalizations on the role of groupwork with computers in mathematics education. (CFR)

U.S. (n=150) and Japanese (n=200) fourth graders generated multiple solutions with explanations for a simple mathematical task. U.S. responses revealed gender differences (girls averaged more responses), and comparison by nation revealed similarity of strategy frequencies, but Japanese students used more formal language and mathematical ideas. (13…

Two essays examine the number aspect of mathematics learning for three- to five-year olds. The first contextualizes the research and reviews its progress, focusing on how children learn in contexts where numbers occur incidentally, and on developing appropriate ways of challenging children to solve problems. The second essay presents a case study…

Controlling for precollege aptitude and other influences, a study (n=2,416) found that male intercollegiate football and basketball players demonstrated net freshmen-year declines in reading and mathematics, while nonathletes and athletes in other sports showed modest net gains. Female athletes made smaller net gains in reading than nonathletes,…

Discusses cooking as an opportunity for young children to discover and master a variety of skills and concepts in the areas of mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies. Provides early childhood teachers with guidelines for planning cooking experiences for young children in the classroom. (BB)