Calculators and the Teaching of Mathematics. This paper examines the role of calculators in the teaching of mathematics. Focusing on public school age children it argues that basic numeracy must be first taught. Subsequently, the introduction of calculators is essential for practical reasons of productivity and also, surprisingly, because they facilitate abstract conceptualization of mathematics. 3 pgs. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Pages: 3 Bibliography: 6 source(s) listed Filename: 6977 Calculators Teaching Mathematics.doc Price: 26.85