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The Role Of Meaning In Teaching The Fundamental Process, Herbert H. Hannon, Pearl L. Ford

Faculty Contributions (1950-1981)

This bulletin dealing with the field of mathematics reinstitutes the publication of the Graduate Division of Western Michigan College known as Faculty Contributions.

This bulletin has been written primarily for teachers of arithmetic. Since arithmetic play such an important role in the life of very individual and in all phases of business and industry, it is desirable that the subject be taught with meaning and with understanding.

Teachers themselves should know the basic concept of our number system, and teach these concepts as part of the student's experiences. The students then with this "meaningful" approach will not only understand …

The Use Of Films In Elementary Science, George G. Mallinson

Faculty Contributions (1950-1981)

The purpose of this bulletin is two-fold: (1) to suggest methods by which motion picture films may be used more effectively for teaching elementary science; and (2) to provide an annotated list of films which may contribute to the attainment of the major objectives of science teaching at this level. These objectives are the development of understandings of scientific principles, the development of scientific attitudes, and training in the skills of the scientific method.