Increasingly, the importance of non-verbal behavior in the classroom is being acknowledged. A qualitative description of studies examining the relationship between non-verbal behavior and right-left brain functioning is provided. (CP)

Numerous examples of patterning exercises suitable for all levels of elementary school mathematics are provided. (CP)

Suggests that individualized science curricula do not provide elementary school age children with the direction, diversity of experiences and depth of learning which they need. (CP)

Instructional techniques are given for the use of calculators in (1) finding prime numbers, (2) solving trigonometric equations, and (3) solving polynomial equations. (CP)

Investigates the relationships between the attitudes and behaviors of Blacks with respect to the scientific enterprise and perceptions derived from their unique experience as Black Americans. The construction and validation of an instrument for this purpose is provided. (CP)

Sixty low-ability eighth-grade students in two intact classes were given "modern mathematics" and traditional drill treatments. Results revealed no significant differences between groups on attitudes toward mathematics or mathematics achievement. (CP)

The Bible and several commentaries are used in a search to explain Joshua's "long day" in his battle with the Ammonites. (CP)

A concrete, intuitive means of representing division by fractions is presented. (CP)

Eighteen computational skill exercises from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) were given to 117 prospective elementary teachers. The percentage of subjects answering each item correctly is compared with NAEP's findings for 13-, 17-, and 26-35-year-olds. (CP) Aspect of National Assessment (NAEP) dealt with in this document:…

A procedure to construct calipers from index cards is provided. (CP)

One hundred fifty-nine 7th grade mathematics students were involved in a study comparing mastery and objective evaluation methods on attitudes and achievement. Achievement was found not to be significantly related to the evaluation method while low ability students had more positive attitudes toward mastery as compared to objective evaluation. (CP)

Describes a home-based supplementary science program for elementary school age children. The program emphasizes process skill application, simple equipment, and the use of parents as experiment advisors. (CP)

Provides a computer program in BASIC language by which a least squares approximation of a straight line may be determined. (CP)

An analysis of sixth-grade students' problem solving found the process to be a series of behaviors for each of which an explanation can be elicited. Advocates that teachers use questioning and discussion techniques rather than a "right-wrong" approach to the evaluation of verbal arithmetic problems. (CP)

A total of 79 children, enrolled in 8-month treatments in a textbook series and a science course improvement program, were tested for their attitudes toward science, the scientific process and scientists. Few significant differences between groups and sexes were found. (CP)