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50 Years of ERIC
The Education Resources Information Center (ERIC) is celebrating its 50th Birthday! First opened on May 15th, 1964 ERIC continues the long tradition of ongoing innovation and enhancement.

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Building Mathematically Powerful Students through Connections.
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Thomas, Christine D.; Santiago, Carmelita – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 2002
Examines and compares curricular recommendations for connections in school mathematics from "Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics" (NCTM, 1989) and "Principles and Standards for School Mathematics" (NCTM, 2000). (NB)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Mathematics Curriculum, Middle Schools, National Standards
Measuring Angles in Physical Therapy.
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Greeley, Nansee; Offerman, Theresa Reardon – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 1997
Features articles about physical therapy and its history as related to geometry through measurement of body angles. Includes open-ended worksheets for mathematics activities that introduce students to angle measurement, data analysis, and mathematical tools. Activities include: (1) Making Your Own Goniometer; (2) Range of Motion; (3) Active versus…
Descriptors: Correlation, Geometry, Instructional Materials, Intermediate Grades
Does the Task Truly Measure What Was Intended?
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Santel-Parke, Carol; Cai, Jinfa – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 1997
Discusses a performance assessment tool that entails open-ended tasks requiring students not only to provide answers but to show their solution processes. Discusses several areas to address in developing open-ended tasks. Areas include the need to assess important mathematical content and cognitive processes, use of effective prompts, and use of…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Context Effect, Critical Thinking, Cues