Hubert Ludwig, Ball State University

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Geometry: A Remedy for the Malaise of Middle School Mathematics
Alfred S. Posamentier
Encourages the teaching of geometric concepts in the middle school.
(82, 1989) 678 - 680
Explorative Writing and Learning Mathematics
Sandra Z. Keith
The suggestions can be applied to a geometry classroom.
(81, 1988) 714 - 719
The 1985 Nationwide University Mathematics Examination
in the People's Republic of China
Jerry P. Becker and Zhou Yi-Yun
A short discussion of the examination, an observation
that a great deal of emphasis is placed on geometry.
The examination questions are presented.
80, (1987) 196 - 203.
The Shape of Instruction in Geometry: Some Highlights from Research
Marilyn N. Suydam
"Why, what, when, and how is geometry taught
most effectively." Research findings on these questions.
78, (1985) 481 - 486.
Geometry Is More Than Proof
Alan Hoffer
Developing skills. Levels of mental development.
Informal development during the first semester, deductive
reasoning during the second semester.
74, (1981) 11 - 18.
Why Is Geometry A Basic Skill?
Wade H. Sherard III
Seven reasons given.
74, (1981) 19 - 21, 60.
Trends In Geometry
Jack D. Wilson
Reasons for teaching geometry.
46, (1953) 67 - 70.
Why Teach Geometry?
Kenneth E. Brown
Objectives of authors, teachers, and pupils.
43, (1950) 103 - 106.
On The Teaching Of Geometry
Rolland R. Smith
Comments on aims and methods.
42, (1949) 56 - 60.
Applying Geometric Methods Of Thinking To Life Situations
Elizabeth Loetzer Hall
The application of classroom methods of thinking
to real life situations.
31, (1938) 379 - 384.
Geometry and Life
Kenneth B. Leisenring
Geometry and deductive thinking. The value of studying geometry.
30, (1937) 331 - 335.
Teaching Geometry For The Purpose Of Developing Ability
To Do Logical Thinking
Gilbert Ulmer
The content of one such course.
30, (1937) 355 - 357.
A New Deal In Geometry
Henry H. Shanholt
Geometry as a study of reasoning.
29, (1936) 67 - 74.
Why Teach Geometry?
Vera Sanford
Development of reasoning ability.
28, (1935) 290 - 296.
Changes In The Teaching Of Geometry and Why We Teach It
Alice Ann Grant
Begins with a discussion of Euclid, eventually comes
to the development of reasoning ability.
27, (1934) 5 - 24.
Teaching An Appreciation Of Mathematics: The Need Of
Reorganization In Geometry
E. Russell Stabler
Teaching geometry for the purpose of developing an
appreciation of the nature of mathematical systems.
27, (1934) 30 - 40.
Demonstrative Geometry For The Ninth Grade
W. D. Reeve
Reasons for teaching, postulates, three units of material.
26, (1933) 150 - 162.
The Future Geometry
Barnet Rudman
Discussion of transfer of learning, especially with respect to
the study of geometry.
25, (1932) 27 - 32.
Functional Geometry
Charles Salkind
A reaction to "The Future Geometry".
25, (1932) 484 - 486.
Solid Geometry In The High School
A. B. Coble
Why should solid geometry be taught?
24, (1931) 424 - 428.
The Functions Of Intuitive and Demonstrative Geometry
Laura Blank
What are intuitive and deductive geometry? What is the purpose
and usefulness of each?
22, (1929) 31 - 37.
Teaching Geometry Into Its Rightful Place
J. O. Hassler
Toward what purposes shall the efforts of
the geometry teacher be directed?
22, (1929) 333 - 341.
Some Objectives To Be Realized In A Course In Plane Geometry
Sister Alice Irene
Description and results of a teaching experiment.
22, (1929) 435 - 446.
What Are The Real Values Of Geometry?
Winona Perry
Geometric facts and the ability to draw conclusions.
21, (1928) 51 - 54.
Is Geometry Possible?
Jeanette F. Statham
Reasons for encouraging students to study geometry.
21, (1928) 353 - 356.
Popularizing Plane and Solid Geometry
Gertrude V. Pratt
Suggestions for securing and maintaining interest in geometry.
21, (1928) 412 - 421.
Fads and Plane Geometry
H. D. Merrell
Educational fads and their effect on the teaching of geometry.
20, (1927) 5 - 18.
Objectives In Teaching Demonstrative Geometry
W. D. Reeve
A list of objectives for plane and solid geometry courses.
20, (1927) 435 - 450.
Purpose, Method and Mode Of Demonstrative Geometry
W. W. Hart
Why should demonstrative geometry be taught?
How should it be taught?
17, (1924) 170 - 177.
Geometry As A Course In Reasoning
Henry P. McLaughlin
Shall rigid methods of proof be abandoned?
16, (1923) 491 - 499.
Some Classroom Experiences In Teaching Geometry
G. I. Hopkins
Comments by a teacher with 30 years of experience.
8, (1915-1916) 21 - 30.
Educational Value Of Geometry
F. F. Decker
Geometry should be taught because it is a deductive system.
5, (1912-1913) 31 - 35, 41 - 45.
Final Report Of The National Committee Of Fifteen On Geometry Syllabus
A good overview of the condition of high school geometry in 1912.
Historical Introduction (48-75); Logical Considerations (75-89);
Special Courses (89-92); Exercises and Problems (92-109);
Syllabus of Geometry (109-130).
5, (1912-1913) 46 - 131.
Should Formal Geometry Be Taught In The Elementary Schools?
If So, To What Extent?
D. J. Kelly
It should be blended into the arithmetic of the eighth grade.
4, (1911-1912) 144 - 149.
Some Suggestions In The Teaching Of Geometry
Isaac J. Schwatt
A discussion of many things.
2, (1909-1910) 94 - 115.
The Aims In Teaching Geometry and How To Attain Them
W. E. Bond
Three aims, difficulties with them, and some suggested remedies.
1, (1908-1909) 30 - 36.
The Aims Of Studying Plane Geometry and How To Attain Them
E. P. Sisson
How can a teacher be most effective?
1, (1908-1909) 44 - 47.
H.J.L.
07/15/97
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