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Download full textThompson, Maynard; And Others – 1976
This unit is 1 of 12 developed for the university classroom portion of the Mathematics-Methods Program (MMP), created by the Indiana University Mathematics Education Development Center (MEDC) as an innovative program for the mathematics training of prospective elementary school teachers (PSTs). Each unit is written in an activity format that…
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary School Teachers
PDF pending restorationZimmermann, Bernd – 1980
A three-dimensional classification system of mathematical problems is given. A background philosophy is constructed through an analysis of different approaches to problem-solving research, leading to the statement of 5 theses and the objectives for the study. An exploratory study of mathematical problem-solving processes is conducted within this…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, College Mathematics, Geometric Concepts
Baenziger, Betty – 1977
Utilizing word problems relevant to the data processing field, this workbook presents a concept-oriented approach to competency development in ten areas of basic mathematics: (1) the expression of numbers as figures and words; (2) the multiplication, addition, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; (3) ratios and proportions; (4)…
Descriptors: Addition, Algebra, Charts, College Mathematics
Pereira-Mendoza, Lionel, Ed.; Quigley, Martyn, Ed. – 1990
These conference proceedings include two invited lectures, four working group reports, five topic group reports, a list of participants, and a list of previous proceedings. The invited lectures were: "Teaching Mathematical Proof: Relevance and Complexity of a Social Approach" (Nicolas Balacheff) and "Geometry Is Alive and…
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education
Thompson, Maynard; And Others – 1976
This unit is 1 of 12 developed for the university classroom portion of the Mathematics-Methods Program (MMP), created by the Indiana University Mathematics Education Development Center (MEDC) as an innovative program for the mathematics training of prospective elementary school teachers (PSTs). Each unit is written in an activity format that…
Descriptors: Answer Keys, College Mathematics, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Thompson, Maynard; And Others – 1976
This unit is 1 of 12 developed for the university classroom portion of the Mathematics-Methods Program (MMP), created by the Indiana University Mathematics Education Development Center (MEDC) as an innovative program for the mathematics training of prospective elementary school teachers (PSTs). Each unit is written in an activity format that…
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary School Teachers
Peer reviewedTeles, Elizabeth J. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1991
Provides a brief explanation why instruction designed for use with the microcomputer can enhance students' understanding of the concept of function. Presents five lessons designed to help students develop a thorough understanding of functions and their uses, to encourage students to explore and verbalize mathematical ideas, and to assist in the…
Descriptors: Activity Units, Algebra, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction
Kerr, Donald R., Jr.; LeBlanc, John F. – 1976
This unit is 1 of 12 developed for the university classroom portion of the Mathematics-Methods Program (MMP), created by the Indiana University Mathematics Education Development Center (MEDC) as an innovative program for the mathematics training of prospective elementary school teachers (PSTs). Each unit is written in an activity format that…
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary School Teachers
Kerr, Donald R., Jr.; And Others – 1976
This unit is 1 of 12 developed for the university classroom portion of the Mathematics-Methods Program (MMP), created by the Indiana University Mathematics Education Development Center (MEDC) as an innovative program for the mathematics training of prospective elementary school teachers (PSTs). Each unit is written in an activity format that…
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary School Teachers
Baenziger, Betty – 1977
Through the use of word problems relevant to the field of office occupations education, this workbook presents a concept-oriented approach to competency development in ten areas of basic mathematics: (1) the expression of numbers as figures and words; (2) the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and…
Descriptors: Addition, Algebra, Basic Skills, College Mathematics
Direct linkMaindonald, John; Richardson, Alice M. – Journal of Statistics Education, 2004
On her death in 1910, Florence Nightingale left a vast collection of reports, letters, notes and other written material. There are numerous publications that make use of this material, often highlighting Florence's attitude to a particular issue. In this paper we gather a set of quotations and construct a dialogue with Florence Nightingale on the…
Descriptors: History, Public Health, Medicine, Mathematics
PDF pending restorationNicely, Robert F., Jr., Ed.; Sigmund, Thomas F., Ed. – 1986
One of the strengths of the Pennsylvania Council of Teachers of Mathematics (PCTM) is that it gives mathematicians and mathematics educators the opportunity to exchange and contribute to each other's professional growth. The topic for each yearbook is chosen to coincide with the annual PCTM meeting. This 1986 yearbook contains 17 articles related…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, College Mathematics, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Improvement
Baenziger, Betty – 1977
Utilizing word problems relevant to automotive mechanics, this workbook presents a concept-oriented approach to competency development in 13 areas of basic mathematics: (1) the expression of numbers as figures and words; (2) the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; (3) scientific notation;…
Descriptors: Addition, Algebra, Auto Mechanics, Basic Skills
Baenziger, Betty – 1977
Utilizing word problems relevant to the field of environmental health, this workbook presents a concept-oriented approach to competency development in 14 areas of basic mathematics: (1) the expression of numbers as figures and words; (2) the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; (3)…
Descriptors: Addition, Algebra, Basic Skills, College Mathematics
Batanero, Carmen; Godino, Juan D.; Roa, Rafael – Journal of Statistics Education, 2004
In this paper we analyze the reasons why the teaching of probability is difficult for mathematics teachers, describe the contents needed in the didactical preparation of teachers to teach probability and analyze some examples of activities to carry out this training. These activities take into account the experience at the University of Granada,…
Descriptors: Secondary School Teachers, Mathematics Teachers, Probability, Teacher Education Curriculum
