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Ames, D. M.; Leathard, D. A. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1978
The computer programs require the students to show that they understand the calculations by processing one set of data correctly themselves before the remaining sets are computed for them. (MP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Programs
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Grattan-Guinness, I. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1978
This paper discusses the possible uses which can be made of the history of mathematics in mathematical education. It contains a description of a lecture course for teachers in the history of mathematics and a discussion of some general and specific problems. (Author/MP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Course Descriptions, Higher Education, Instruction
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Brieske, Tom; Lott, Johnny – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1978
A nine-point plane coordinated by the field of integers modulo three is examined using motion geometry. The conceptual advantages of teaching this geometry are emphasized. (MP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Higher Education
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Mounteer, Gail B.; Cermele, Robert J. – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1978
The management of an individualized classroom in a college setting where the primary mode of instruction is printed material is described. The instructor's role as classroom coordinators is discussed. (MP)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, College Mathematics, Higher Education, Individualized Instruction
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Schoenfeld, Alan H. – American Mathematical Monthly, 1978
A general method is given for determining an efficient problem-solving process for a given type problem. An application of the method is then described in an experiment involving teaching indefinite integration. (MP)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Higher Education, Instruction
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Hoffman, Nathan – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1978
The author presents three methods for dealing with the problem of the number of tosses of a fair coin needed to obtain two consecutive heads. (MN)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Programs, Game Theory, Higher Education
Dudley, Brian A. C. – International Journal of Mathematical Education, 1977
This paper illustrates an approach to the study of dinosaurs through the algebra of sets. Initially, Venn diagrams provide answers to questions, but gradually the diagrams become more involved until answers are sought by means of the algebra of sets. (MN)
Descriptors: Algebra, Biology, College Mathematics, Higher Education
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Holley, Ann D. – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1976
A method for introducing students to functional notation is illustrated. (DT)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Higher Education, Instruction, Mathematical Vocabulary
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Harvey, John G. – Mathematics Teacher, 1978
Performance objectives for precalculus mathematics are listed after a look at the content of current calculus courses. (JT)
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Calculus, College Mathematics, Curriculum
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Bruckheimer, Maxim; Hershkowitz, Rina – Mathematics Teacher, 1977
Three different geometric constructions of the parabola are described.
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Geometry, Higher Education, Instruction
Burditt, Chris – MATYC Journal, 1978
A question as to the number of stitches needed for a particular triangular crocheted scarf gives rise to the use of several methods of solution including arithmetic series. (MN)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Computation, Higher Education
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Brieske, Thomas J. – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1978
The author argues for a more enthusiastic use of mapping diagrams by demonstrating how effective they are in teaching some concepts in calculus. (MN)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Diagrams, Higher Education
Hoffenberg, Elliot J. – MATYC Journal, 1977
An approach to teaching sequences is described. The method is based on finding generating functions. (SD)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Higher Education, Instruction, Mathematics Education
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Dundas, Kay – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1977
A class of triangles related to the Pythagorean triangles is described; theorems concerning this class are proved. (SD)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Curriculum, Geometry
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Protomastro, Gerard P.; Hallum, Cecil R. – American Mathematical Monthly, 1977
An introductory mathematics course for liberal arts students was based on mathematical models and applications. The course outline is provided, and evaluation of the course is discussed. (SD)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Curriculum, Evaluation, Higher Education
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