Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ453583
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1992
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ISSN: ISSN-0004-136X
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Teaching Mathematics with Technology: Computation and Estimation.
Parker, Janet; Widmer, Connie Carroll
Arithmetic Teacher, v40 n1 p48-51 Sep 1992
Describes the method to solve problems called T-E-M-T-T: trial, error, and modified trial through technology. The method integrates students' skills of estimation, mental computation, and appropriate choice of calculator use. Includes 2 activities for each of grades K-4 and 5-8 that illustrate the method. (MDH)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary Education, Estimation (Mathematics), Learning Activities, Learning Strategies, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematics Skills, Mental Computation, Middle Schools, Problem Sets, Problem Solving, Spreadsheets, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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