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The Influence of Graphic Calculator Use on Translation from Graphic to Symbolic Forms.
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Ruthven, Kenneth – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1990
Compared was the mathematical performance of secondary school students for whom a graphic calculator was a standard mathematical tool, with that of students of similar background without regular access to graphing technology. Increased achievement on symbolization tasks, especially for females, was shown for students who used the graphing…
Descriptors: Calculators, Computer Graphics, Educational Technology, Females
Fragile Knowledge of Angle in Turtle Geometry.
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Simmons, Malcolm; Cope, Peter – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1990
Described is an investigation into how the use of LOGO programing language affects children's basic knowledge of an angle. Findings indicate that children make erroneous adjustments to their conceptual knowledge of angle to accommodate the results of acquired procedural interaction with the computer. (Author/CW)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Utilizing the Spreadsheet and Charting Capabilities of Microsoft Works in the Mathematics Classroom.
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Wood, Judith Body – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Presented are ideas for the utilization of Microsoft Works in the secondary mathematics classroom. The spreadsheet and graphing capabilities of this software package are demonstrated for several topics including the concept of slope for first year algebra, and creating and interpreting graphs for a general mathematics class. (Author/CW)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computation, Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education
The Language of Fractals.
Jurgens, Hartmut; And Others – Scientific American, 1990
The production and application of images based on fractal geometry are described. Discussed are fractal language groups, fractal image coding, and fractal dialects. Implications for these applications of geometry to mathematics education are suggested. (CW)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education, Geometric Concepts
A Parallel Representation of Linear Functions Using a Microcomputer-Based Environment.
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Nachmias, Rafi; Arcavi, Abraham – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
A nonconventional graphical way to represent functions (the Parallel Axes Representation) is discussed. A computerized environment designed to support the exploration of the representation of linear functions is described. The didactical potential of this representation is illustrated. (CW)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Exploring Geometric Transformations Using Apple II Graphics.
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Orton, Robert E. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Described is a short program for teaching and learning about geometric transformations. The integration of geometry problem solving and BASIC programing is discussed. Applications of computer graphics are illustrated. (CW)
Descriptors: Computation, Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Learning To Program in BASIC through the Use of Graphics.
Connor, Timothy J. – 1990
Many organizations and experts in the field of mathematics education have recommended the inclusion of technology and, more specifically, computer programing within the course of study for the teaching of school mathematics. The incorporation of these recommendations with respect to the teaching of remedial mathematics poses a problem, since…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, High Risk Students, High Schools