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ERIC Number: EJ273277
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1982-Dec
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Interface: Euclidean Construction Tools and the Calculator.
Aichele, Douglas B.
School Science and Mathematics, v82 n8 p702-08 Dec 1982
Three examples are presented which involve constructions employing a compass, a centimeter ruler, and a calculator. Employing mathematical tools to support understanding and discovery of mathematical principles is viewed as being clearly a desire of mathematics educators, but it is felt such tools are not frequently used to their fullest. (MP)
Descriptors: Calculators, Geometric Constructions, Geometry, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics Instruction, Measurement, Metric System, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Learner; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Audience: Practitioners
Language: English
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Identifiers: Euclidean Geometry