Reported is a study which compared two instructional methods involving discovery learning and a verbal didactic instructional method. The verbal didactic method was significantly better for immediate learning; the verbal didactic method and a guided discovery method were better for retention. No differences were noted regarding transfer. (CT)

Investigated was the feasibility of inducing number conservation through training kindergarten children on reversibility tasks not related to the criterion measure. (JG)

Approximating the limits of certain convergent series is discussed as a method for students to use in calculating an approximation for pi. (FL)