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1. TOP SECRET ROSIES.

Author

Wolverton, Mark

Subjects
*WOMEN in war, *WORLD War II, *WAR work, *MENTAL calculators, *WEAPONS systems, *WOMEN mathematicians, *HISTORY of computers, *TRAJECTORIES (Mechanics)
Abstract

The article discusses the work of the Philadelphia Computing Section (PCS) of the University of Pennsylvania, a group of women who did mathematical work in support of the U.S. military during World War II. These women essentially acted as human computers who calculated trajectories and other figures to be used by advanced weapons systems such as bomber planes and howitzer guns. Many of these women were also involved in creating the first electronic computer.

Published
2011

2. A decade of longitudinal research on academic acceleration through the study of mathematically...

Author

Swiatek, Mary Ann

Subjects
*EDUCATIONAL acceleration, *MENTAL calculators, *GIFTED teenagers, *LONGITUDINAL method
Abstract

Describes the academic acceleration studies conducted under the Study of Mathematically Precocious Youth (SMPY). Description and background of SMPY; Academic outcomes of acceleration; Psychosocial outcomes of acceleration; Future directions of SMPY.

Published
1993
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3. MENTAL ARITHMETIC: MISUNDERSTOOD TERMS AND MEANINGS.

Author

Hall, Jack V.

Subjects
MENTAL arithmetic, SCHOOL children, MENTAL calculators, MENTAL discipline
Abstract

The article focuses on the attention given to the importance of mental arithmetic as a total program of children's number experiences in the U.S. The present state of mental arithmetic is being threatened due to the confusion among the authorities, teachers and children in choosing the adjective that best described the meanings of mental arithmetic. As a vehicle for implementing the mistaken notion of mental discipline, mental arithmetic has been applied in the teaching of school children.

Published
1954
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