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Peer reviewedSlaughter, Joseph M.; And Others – Chemical Engineering Education, 1991
Three mathematics software packages, MathCAD, Point Five, and TK Solver Plus, are described and compared. The packages were rated on the accompanying documentation, ease of learning, ease of use, matrix operations, equation solving capability, versatility, use of units, generation of graphs and tables, readability of output, and overall…
Descriptors: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, College Science, Computation
Meloy, Jim; And Others – TIES Magazine, 1990
The relationship between computer-aided design (CAD), computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), and computer numerical control (CNC) computer applications is described. Tips for helping educate the CAM buyer on what to look for and what to avoid when searching for the most appropriate instructional CAM package are provided. (KR)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Design, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Manufacturing, Computer Software Selection
Peer reviewedJoseph, Helen – Arithmetic Teacher, 1993
Describes "Family Computers," an educational program developed by EQUALS that brings families together weekly to have fun with mathematics while using computers. Discusses software selection, provides a lesson plan for grades 4-8, and presents 7 tips for instructors. (MDH)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software Selection, Elementary Education, Family Programs
