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McDonald, Jacqueline – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Explores some classic Fibonacci problems with the aid of AppleWorks spreadsheets calculations. Provides problems and spreadsheets for solving them. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
Gattis, Kim, Ed. – 1993
The mathematics standards contained in this document represent a continuation of the Kansas State Board of Education efforts to set high performance expectation levels for the learning of all Kansas students. The guide lists 15 mathematics curriculum outcomes: number sense, number properties, number systems, number operations, patterns, functions,…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Grade 10, Grade 4, Grade 8
Lester, Frank K., Jr.; And Others – 1989
This project was designed to: (1) assess 7th-graders' metacognitive beliefs and processes and investigate how they affect problem-solving behaviors; and (2) explore the extent to which these students can be taught to be more strategic and aware of their own problem-solving behaviors. The primary assessment was conducted by analyzing video tapes of…
Descriptors: Beliefs, Cognitive Processes, Grade 7, Junior High Schools
Advanced Technology, Inc., Indianapolis, IN. – 1989
This guide is designed to assist inservice providers in conducting successful workshops for teachers, administrators, and others associated with Chapter 1 mathematics programs. It contains step-by-step procedures for preparing, organizing, and presenting the workshop. Included in this guide are: (1) an advanced planner, which includes a detailed…
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Inservice Teacher Education, Instructional Materials
Soifer, Alexander – 1987
This book contains about 200 problems. It is suggested that it be used by students, teachers or anyone interested in exploring mathematics. In addition to a general discussion on problem solving, there are problems concerned with number theory, algebra, geometry, and combinatorics. (PK)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Geometry, Higher Education
Feinberg, Miriam M. – 1988
The purpose of this manual is to present a series of lessons on solving word problems, each focusing on a specific concept. The solving of story problems should be incorporated into the daily mathematics lesson so that children can maintain and increase their skills. The lessons are sequenced according to their complexity. Lessons one through…
Descriptors: Addition, Basic Skills, Computation, Elementary Education
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Bodner, George M. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1987
Differentiates between problems, exercises and algorithms. Discusses the role of algorithms in solving problems and exercises in chemistry. Suggests that very real differences exist between solving problems and exercises, and that problem solving steps can be and should be taught in chemistry education. (TW)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Chemistry, College Science, Higher Education
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Lyons, Adrian – Economics, 1990
Offers a microeconomics crossword puzzle aimed at helping upper sixth year students prepare for the Advanced Level examination. Presents the puzzle as a useful tool to stimulate class discussion and to test students' facility with economic language and concepts. (CH)
Descriptors: College Entrance Examinations, College Preparation, Economics Education, Educational Games
Alberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. – 1989
This science test was intended for administration during June, 1989. It contains 75 multiple-choice questions. Ninety minutes are allowed for completing the test. No answer key is included since scoring is done by the provincial education department. The test is provided in both English and French. (YP)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Tests, Foreign Countries, Grade 9
California State Dept. of Education, Sacramento. – 1989
This report attempts to discover how students think about and use mathematics in open-ended questions. Part I, "Open-ended Questions in Mathematics," describes the rationale for adding open-ended questions to the grade 12 mathematics test of the California Assessment Program (CAP). Part II describes the findings from students' responses…
Descriptors: High Schools, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Logic, Mathematics Achievement
Whimbey, Arthur; And Others – 1990
Learning the techniques of critical thinking and problem solving can be easy for children when presented problems involving fun topics. Problem sets which range from easy to hard written by elementary school students and educational consultants are included. Topics include addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions. Each topic…
Descriptors: Addition, Computation, Creative Thinking, Division
Smith, Patricia E. – 1987
Many elementary teachers who have taught time-telling skills would propose that the mathematical skills associated with time-telling are among the most difficult for young students to learn. This booklet was developed to relate some of the concepts of time to physical models, providing methods for isolating specific time-telling concepts within a…
Descriptors: Bulletin Boards, Concept Formation, Educational Games, Elementary School Mathematics
Manitoba Dept. of Education, Winnipeg. – 1984
These sample problems, exercises, questions, and projects were compiled to supplement the guide for the Manitoba course Mathematics 301 in order to assist teachers in implementing the program. Arranged according to the modules of the course guide, they are coded to the objectives of the program. Review exercises follow either the subtopics within…
Descriptors: Answer Keys, Curriculum Development, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities
Manitoba Dept. of Education, Winnipeg. – 1982
This curriculum support document, developed by a committee of teachers in Manitoba, contains information and practical applications dealing with key concepts of problem solving in mathematics for grades 7, 8, and 9. Contained in the handbook are: (1) an introduction that establishes the background and identifies the goal and objectives of the…
Descriptors: Answer Keys, Curriculum Development, Junior High School Students, Mathematics Instruction
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Maloney, David P. – Physics Teacher, 1990
Students' conceptions of the concept of force are discussed. Possible problem formats and exercises are presented. The need for many formats and variations to help students' resolve their conflicting ideas about physics concepts is stressed. (CW)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, College Science, Force, Higher Education
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