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Peer reviewedBradley, A. Day – School Science and Mathematics, 1975
The history of alligation problems as a part of the mathematics curriculum is briefly reviewed, and the non-unique nature of the solutions to many problems is discussed. (SD)
Descriptors: Algebra, Curriculum, History, Mathematical Applications
Peer reviewedMoise, Edwin E. – Mathematics Teacher, 1975
Descriptors: Curriculum, Educational Philosophy, Geometric Concepts, Geometry
Peer reviewedHallerberg, Arthur E. – Mathematics Teacher, 1978
The author has selected a number of episodes that illustrate some of the successes and failures of humanity's attempt to find the area of the circle and presents them as problem studies. (MN)
Descriptors: Experiential Learning, Geometry, History, Instructional Materials
