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50 Years of ERIC
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Geometry in the Middle Grades: From Its Past to the Present.
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Chappell, Michaele F. – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 2001
Explains the Geometric Standard of the "Principles and Standards for School Mathematics" (NCTM, 2000) which emphasizes the usefulness of geometric ideas in representing and solving problems across the mathematics curriculum. Discusses this Standard and illustrates it with classroom examples. (Contains 45 references.) (YDS)
Descriptors: Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Mathematics Education, Middle Schools
Creating Connections: Promoting Algebraic Thinking with Concrete Models.
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Chappell, Michaele F.; Strutchens, Marilyn E. – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 2001
Uses concrete models to teach conventional algebraic topics with emphasis on connections to other mathematical concepts such as notion of variable, number properties, and geometry. (Contains 10 references.) (YDS)
Descriptors: Algebra, Arithmetic, Geometry, Lesson Plans
"A Raisin in the Sun": Fostering Cultural Connections with a Classic Movie.
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Chappell, Michaele F.; Thompson, Denisse R. – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 2000
Describes a project incorporating movies, literature, games, and other resources into mathematics instruction. Focuses on cultural differences. (Contains 10 references.) (YDS)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Algebra, Cultural Differences, Films
Perimeter or Area? Which Measure Is It?
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Chappell, Michaele F.; Thompson, Denisse R. – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 1999
Explores middle school students' understanding of area and perimeter. Concludes that students need to construct visual representations of figures with given areas and perimeters, generate related word problems, and justify properties to grasp the concepts of area and perimeter. (ASK)
Descriptors: Area, Geometric Concepts, Mathematics Activities, Mathematics Instruction
Modifying Our Questions To Assess Students' Thinking.
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Chappell, Michaele F.; Thompson, Denisse R. – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 1999
Illustrates how open-ended items offer teachers knowledge of students' understanding on which to base instructional decisions. Presents some items teachers might use to assess their students' understanding of decimals. (ASK)
Descriptors: Decimal Fractions, Junior High Schools, Mathematics Activities, Mathematics Instruction