Demonstrates the transformations that are possible to construct a variety of magic squares, including modifications to challenge students from elementary grades through algebra. Presents an example of using magic squares with students who have special needs. (YDS)

Illustrates a modeling approach used by Singapore educators to teach mathematical skills and concepts in a problem-solving environment. (Contains 11 references.) (YDS)

Discusses how important it is for teachers to be open to alternative procedures and strategies that students may use. Suggests that a method that is meaningful rather than one learned by rote will help students develop more confidence and understanding. (KHR)

Describes how a teacher integrates assessment into every aspect of instruction. Highlights a portion of a unit on linear measurement. (KHR)

Uses advertisements to develop an understanding of very small numbers. (YDS)

Describes how students learn to use statistics to determine factors related to their health while employing community resources and spreadsheet technology. (YDS)

Lists five possible reasons for Singapore students' success in the Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS). Asks readers to reflect on the implications for mathematics teaching and learning in the United States. (ASK)

Highlights mathematical developments of the 20th century. Provides a brief summary that hints at the flavor of recent mathematical developments. Presents stories that can add life to school mathematics and encourage students to join in the fun. (Contains 29 references.) (ASK)

Presents a student-posed project in which students devise mathematics investigations around their school cafeteria. Discusses learning-related outcomes of the project. (ASK)

Presents a role-playing activity related to inequality and encourages students to look for inequalities in the world around them. (ASK)

Most games have descended from ancient pastimes with simple resources. Illustrates 23 games from around the world discussing different mathematical concepts. (ASK)

Explores strategies to encourage students' understanding of proportional reasoning. Conducts a study to compare the proportional reasoning of students studying one of the new standards-based curricula with that of students from a control group. (ASK)

Presents an activity in which attribute blocks help middle school students understand the fundamental counting principle and the multiplication rule. Demonstrates how these materials can aid students in building a conceptual understanding of multiplication and the counting principle. (ASK)

Presents a project that asks students to relate mathematical operations to real-world situations, communicate mathematical concepts in writing, share their ideas with their peers, and exercise their creativity. (ASK)

Discusses ways of counting the population, then and now, thanks to Herman Hollerith, who developed the Hollerith tabulating system using punch cards, punch machines, and tabulating machines. (ASK)