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Baek, Youngkyun; Whitton, Nicola – IGI Global, 2013
In K-12 classrooms, as well as on the college and university level, the incorporation of digital games has played a vital role in the educational system. While introducing teachers to new fields, these digital games have been designed and implemented for the classroom and have shown positive results at a variety of educational levels. Cases on…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Educational Technology, Student Attitudes, Second Language Learning
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Wieder, Sol – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1991
This article utilizes several examples to describe the use of MathCAD, a computer scratchpad for calculations, within a lecture-demonstration method of teaching general calculus. Both hardware requirements and software features are discussed specifically related to the proper design of student worksheets with emphasis on parameter variation. (JJK)
Descriptors: Calculus, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Demonstrations (Educational)
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Schumann, Heinz – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1992
Presents the geometric, software-ergonomic, and educative standards for interactive graphics systems envisioned for planimetric constructions and calculations in secondary mathematics instruction. Describes the geometric-didactic potentials of the MS DOS-Version 1.6 of CABRI-Gomtre which is an Intelligent Tutoring System with the possibilities for…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software Evaluation, Geometric Constructions
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Biddlecomb, Barry D.; Whitmire, Bill D. – Mathematics Educator, 1992
Presents the computer microworlds developed by the Children's Construction of Rational Numbers of Arithmetic (Fractions) Project. Provides an overview of three microworlds: Toys; Sticks; and Candybars. Discusses how children are expected to use the microworlds to construct an understanding of rational numbers. (MDH)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Computer Software Evaluation
Confrey, Jere; And Others – 1991
The "Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics (1989)" calls for the revision of existing secondary mathematics curricula which include an emphasis on contextual problems, multiple representations, and the use of computers. The focus of this revision significantly involves the acknowledgment of the key role of the…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Context Effect, Functions (Mathematics)
Alberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. Curriculum Branch. – 1990
The purpose of this guide is to assist teachers in planning and organizing for the use of computers as part of their everyday mathematics curriculum. Mathematics was chosen as the subject area to demonstrate how students can be taught problem-solving skills and strategies with the computer. However, this computer integration guide provides…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation