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Allen, Denise – Teaching Pre K-8, 1994
Reviews five computer software programs for students 3 to 14 years old: (1) The Graph Club (Tom Snyder Productions); (2) Kid Cad (Davidson Associates); (3) Kid Keys (Davidson Associates); (4) Math Ace (Magic Quest); and (5) Busytown (Computer Curriculum Corporation). Prices, supplier addresses, and hardware requirements are provided. (MDM)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews, Early Childhood Education
Haugland, Sue – Day Care & Early Education, 1993
Developmental Software Awards were presented to seven computer programs: (1) Kidpix (Broderbund Software), art; (2) FaceMaker, Golden edition (Queue), creative problem solving; (3) My Words (Hartley Courseware) and Paint with Words (MECC), language; (4) EZ Logo, revised edition (MECC) and Learn about Plants (Create and Worlds), math and science;…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Awards, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation
Boehm, Diann – Writing Notebook: Visions for Learning, 1994
Reviews two software programs: "The Graph Club" which makes learning graphs "magical and exciting"; and "WiggleWorks," an "exciting" reading curriculum on CD-ROM. (SR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary Education, Graphs

Mathematics and Computer Education, 1987
Presented are reviews of several microcomputer software programs. Included are reviews of: (1) Microstat (Zenith); (2) MathCAD (MathSoft); (3) Discrete Mathematics (True Basic); (4) CALCULUS (True Basic); (5) Linear-Kit (John Wiley); and (6) Geometry Sensei (Broderbund). (RH)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software

Allinger, Glenn D., Ed.; And Others – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989
Reviews six software packages: (1) "Adventures with Charts and Graphs: Project Zoo," dealing with problem solving; (2) "Balancing Bear"; (3) "Baseball Math: Activity Sheet Generator," drilling in basic operations; (4) "Math Mind Puzzlers," producing worksheets; (5) "More Teasers from Tobbs: Fractions…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews

Mathematics Teacher, 1988
Provides a thorough review of the software package "MathType, Mathematical Equation Editor." Includes hardware specifications, a description of the program, and evaluative comments. (PK)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Content Area Writing
Lounge, Joseph P.; And Others – 1987
This book contains three major sections. The first section provides 15 lesson plans for the integration of activities involving computer uses in mathematics instruction. Each lesson plan includes grade level, objective, time, materials, important terms, background, suggestions, and activities. The second section provides a list of available math…
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software

Beezer, Robert A.; And Others – College Mathematics Journal, 1988
Reviews for three software packages are given. Those packages are: Linear Algebra Computer Companion; Probability and Statistics Demonstrations and Tutorials; and Math Utilities: CURVES, SURFS, AND DIFFS. (PK)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics
Allen, Denise – Teaching Pre K-8, 1994
Reviews computer software programs that focus on mathematics skills for students in kindergarten through grade 12, as well as a mathematics activity book that includes a computer software disc for young children. (BB)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
What Works Clearinghouse, 2004
The Expert Mathematician (version 3.0), a middle school math curriculum, was developed from LogoWriter, a computer program that the developer claims is designed to help children learn independently through exploration. According to J. J. Baker, the Expert Mathematician is designed to provide a creative environment that is intended to foster a…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Instructional Design, Mathematics Instruction, Grade 8
Lounge, Joseph P.; And Others – 1986
This book is organized in three major sections. The first section provides 15 lesson plans for the integration of activities involving computer uses in mathematics instruction. Each lesson plan includes grade level, objective, time, materials, important terms, background, suggestions, and activities. The second section provides a list of available…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews

Miller, Anne, Ed.; Radziemski, Kathy, Ed. – School Science and Mathematics, 1988
Reviews four software packages: "Scientific Reasoning Series: Batteries and Bulbs," dialogue-type software for physics; "More Teasers from Tobbs: Fractions and Decimals"; "Personal Consultant Plus," an expert system software package; and "How the West Was One + Three X Four," problem-solving software using…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary Education

Miller, Anne, Ed.; Radziemski, Cathy, Ed. – School Science and Mathematics, 1988
Three pieces of computer software are described and reviewed: HyperCard, to build and use varied applications; Iggy's Gnees, for problem solving with shapes in grades kindergarten-two; and Algebra Shop, for practicing skills and problem solving. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Geometric Concepts

Wepner, Shelley B. – Reading Teacher, 1992
Uses teachers' initiatives in 3 content areas--social studies, science, and mathematics--to highlight how 13 software packages are and can be used to support instruction. (PRA)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Content Area Reading, Elementary Education
What Works Clearinghouse, 2004
The "I CAN Learn[R] Mathematics Curriculum" is designed to help ethnically diverse, inner-city students in grades 7 through 10 achieve parity in mathematics and problem-solving skills. It uses an interactive software program to teach pre-algebra and algebra. The "I CAN Learn[R] Algebra 1" course, which was used in all of the…
Descriptors: Urban Youth, Mathematics Curriculum, Algebra, Mathematics Instruction