Research reported deals with the effects of activity instruction in the learning of multiplication in grade 3. Procedures, data analysis, and conclusions are presented. (JG)

The Mayan system of numeration, which used 20 as the base, is discussed. The material presented has been used to stir the curiosity of students in different systems of numeration. It has been helpful in promoting a speedier and better understanding of base 10. (MP)

This study, written in French, presents the hierarchy of strategies used by children in solving multiplication and division problems, as they acquire the linear function concept. It is based on analysis of the different classes of problems, of specific tasks, and of strategies actually used in solutions. (MP)

An introductory multiplication lesson, used successfully with second graders, is detailed. The method takes advantage of prior knowledge acquired in a geometry unit of study. The lesson is seen to have potential for other grades teaching multiplication for remedial work, and explaining the commutative law. (MP)

Examples of student-developed methods for dividing fractions and dividing and multiplying whole numbers are presented. Both are selected to show mathematical creativity in general mathematics students which would often be overlooked. (MP)

Discussed are the results of the second National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) mathematics assessment concerning children's ability to solve verbal problems. The data indicate that the commonly held view that children cannot solve word problems may be an oversimplification. (Author/TG) Aspect of National Assessment (NAEP) dealt with in…

Described are activities and games incorporating a technique of "one step" which is used with children with learning difficulties. The purpose of "one step" is twofold, to minimize difficulties with typical trouble spots and to keep the step size of the instruction small. (Author/TG)

A game with a football theme is described that has been found to be effective in motivating students toward mastery of the basic multiplication facts. (MP)

A "flipping" clown figure can be used on a number line to help students conceptualize operations using negative numbers. (SJL)

Memory Math, a multimedia software program that uses a peg- and keyword mnemonic strategy to teach basic multiplication facts, was used with six students with learning and cognitive disabilities. Five of the students demonstrated improved accuracy on electronic probes and all students demonstrated increased accuracy on the paper/pencil probes.…

Discusses a teaching method for multiplication using manipulative materials. Provides examples of the teaching method and activities using individual chalk boards. Two references are listed. (YP)

Explores mathematical methods children use to find answers for themselves. Describes some methods used for multiplication and subtraction problems. (YP)

Discusses the generalization of the meaning of multiplication for whole numbers. Presents an example for multiplication of fractions. Provides several diagrams to help improve understanding. (YP)

Simple experiences with probability can extend third graders' understanding of the need for fractions. Three activities are given which build on language-arts experiences and incorporate concepts in multiplication, graphs, and fractions. (MNS)

Presents a covariation approach to learning exponential and logarithmic functions based on a primitive multiplicative operation labeled splitting that is not repeated addition. Suggests that students need the opportunity to build a number system from splitting structures and their geometric forms. (30 references) (MKR)