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Peer reviewedSchoaff, Eileen; Rising, Gerald – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1990
Describes examples of rational representation as a guide for translating terminology and information encountered in manuals for computers. Discusses four limitations of the representation. (YP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computation, Decimal Fractions, Mathematical Applications
Peer reviewedJones, Ronald D.; And Others – Business Education Forum, 1979
Proposes that the first computer language course for students of management should teach the reading of the language rather than the writing of programs in that language. "Reading" means the study of the programing language literature, including a variety of algorithms, to understand the language, inputs, and program use. (MF)
Descriptors: Administrator Education, Algorithms, Business Education, Computer Programs
Magel, E. Terry – Computing Teacher, 1989
Discusses problems associated with teaching non-recursive binary searching in computer language classes, and describes a teacher-directed dialog based on dictionary use that helps students use their previous searching experiences to conceptualize the binary search process. Algorithmic development is discussed and appropriate classroom discussion…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Science Education, Concept Formation, Dialogs (Language)
Peer reviewedDonahue, Richard J. – Mathematics Teacher, 1988
Techniques for estimating pi using the microcomputer are demonstrated. Four BASIC programs, coded from pi generating formulas, are compared for efficiency. (PK)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
