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The Expert Mathematician. What Works Clearinghouse Intervention Report

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What Works Clearinghouse, 2004

"The Expert Mathematician" is a three-year program of software instruction with 196 lessons, each ranging from one to three class periods. It covers general mathematics, pre-algebra, and algebra I. It uses the "Logo" computer language to focus on writing, operating, and applying mathematical procedures to study concepts,…

Descriptors: Computer Software, Middle Schools, Mathematics Curriculum, Middle School Students

ESSCOTS for Learning: Transforming Commercial Software into Powerful Educational Tools.

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McArthur, David; And Others – Journal of Artificial Intelligence in Education, 1995

Gives an overview of Educational Support Systems based on commercial off-the-shelf software (ESSCOTS), and discusses the benefits of developing such educational software. Presents results of a study that revealed the learning processes of middle and high school students who used a geographical information system. (JMV)

Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Innovation, High School Students