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Exner, Robert; And Others – 1973
The sixteen chapters of this book provide the core material for the Elements of Mathematics Program, a secondary sequence developed for highly motivated students with strong verbal abilities. The sequence is based on a functional-relational approach to mathematics teaching, and emphasizes teaching by analysis of real-life situations. This text is…
Descriptors: Curriculum, Experimental Curriculum, Individualized Instruction, Mathematical Applications
Cosler, Norma, Ed. – 1974
This is one of eighteen sets of individualized mathematics problems developed by the Oregon Vo-Tech Math Project. Each of these problem packages is organized around a mathematical topic and contains problems related to diverse vocations. Solutions are provided for all problems. Problems in which calculus and statistics are applied to forestry,…
Descriptors: Calculus, Individualized Instruction, Instructional Materials, Mathematical Applications
Download full textLott, Johnny W., Ed. – Student Math Notes, 1990
Five sets of activities for students are included in this document. Each is designed for use in secondary school mathematics instruction. Topics include: (1) "5-Con Triangles"; (2) "Striking Sequences"; (3) "Invariants"; (4) "On the Ball," (a geometry lesson); and (5) "Coloring Maps." These topics focus on geometric and statistical concepts. Each…
Descriptors: Enrichment Activities, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, High Schools
Peer reviewedMathematics Teacher, 1990
A project in which students can develop their understanding of mathematical concepts through the collaborative writing of word problems is discussed. Worksheets for project requirements and daily requirements are provided. A Thanksgiving project is proposed. The use of a fashion modeling problem in the statistics classroom is described. (CW)
Descriptors: Collaborative Writing, Cooperative Learning, Holidays, Mathematical Applications
Kastner, Bernice – 1985
Designed to serve as a supplement for high school level mathematics, this publication contains activities which aim to enhance mathematical knowledge and skills and to assist students in understanding aerospace technology and its achievements. This volume updates an earlier supplement that was published in 1972. Problems are grouped into chapters…
Descriptors: Aerospace Technology, Algebra, Calculus, Computation
Glanfield, Florence, Ed.; Tilroe, Daryle, Ed. – 1992
This document is designed to assist teachers by providing practical examples of real world applications of high school mathematics. Fifteen problems are presented that individuals in industry and business solve using mathematics. Each problem provides the contributor's name, suggested skills required to solve the problem, background information…
Descriptors: Algebra, Area, Cognitive Style, Foreign Countries
