School Science and Mathematics articles from December 2001

School Science and Mathematics archives from December 2001

The ulterior motives of alternative certification. (Editorial).(Editorial)
December 1, 2001... If you haven't noticed, the co-editors of the journal no longer reside at the same institution. Lederman has moved on to the Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT), with Larry Flick holding down the primary journal office at Oregon State...

Using sociocultural theory to teach mathematics: a Vygotskian perspective.
December 1, 2001... This study describes an elementary teacher's implementation of sociocultural theory in practice. Communication is central to teaching with a sociocultural approach and to the understanding of students; teachers who use this theory involve...

Student outcomes in a Local Systemic Change project.
December 1, 2001... The Local Systemic Change initiative of the National Science Foundation supports projects focusing primarily on teacher enhancement through extensive professional development and the use of standards-based curriculum materials. The underlying...

A survey of calculator usage in high schools.
December 1, 2001... This survey investigated the current status of calculator use in classrooms and schools. The results indicated that the prevailing policy in the sample of high schools is to allow the use of calculators during classroom learning activities and...

Changing children's conceptions of burning.
December 1, 2001... Relatively few studies have examined the effects of instruction on children's understanding of burning. This study focused on three questions: (a) What are children's views of burning prior to and after instruction? (b) Do children's views...

Paul Hurd and the educational concepts of secondary School Science teachers. (Early Days).
December 1, 2001... At the midpoint of the 20th century, Paul DeHart Hurd carried out a huge study centered on the journal, School Science and Mathematics. Perhaps the most notable science educator of the 20th century, Hurd had at that time been active in science...

Problems.(math problems)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2001... This section of the Journal offers readers an opportunity to exchange interesting mathematical problems and solutions. Proposals are always welcomed. Please observe the following guidelines when submitting proposals or solutions: 1....