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| Journal Articles | 5 |
| Computer Programs | 1 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 1 |
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Peer reviewedRutherford, John – Online Review, 1987
Provides an overview of the Rexx programing language and presents a sample utility program to illustrate the advantages of the Rexx language as an alternative to Basic. Eight references are listed. (MES)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Microcomputers, Programing, Programing Languages
Peer reviewedEpp, Helmut; And Others – Science, 1988
Contrasts artificial intelligence and conventional programming languages. Reviews Personal Consultant Plus, Smalltalk/V, and Nexpert Object, which are PC-based products inspired by problem-solving paradigms. Provides information on background and operation of each. (RT)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Computer Software
Peer reviewedJournal of Chemical Education, 1989
"Spreadsheets in Physical Chemistry" contains reviewed and classroom tested Lotus 1-2-3 and SuperCalc IV templates and handouts designed for use in physical chemistry courses. The 21 templates keyed to Atkins' physical chemistry textbook, the 7 numerical methods templates, and the 10 simulation templates are discussed. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Simulation
Peer reviewedAllinger, Glenn D., Ed.; And Others – Arithmetic Teacher, 1988
Reviews following computer materials: Coordinate Math; How the West Was One + Three x Four; Math Facts Lottery, Basic Skills Game; Math Tutor, Division; Now You See It, Now You Don't; Pinball Math, Basic Skills Game; Place Value-Add/Subtract; Quarter Mile; Regrouping; Sailing through Story Problems; Scope Math, Computer Mathematics Course for…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs
Peer reviewedGreer, John; Greer, Bonnie – Arithmetic Teacher, 1988
Suggests that a solution to the problem of expensive educational software may be found in public domain software. Included are a definition of public domain software, a discussion of the kinds of software that are in the public domain, ways to obtain such software, and a list of some examples. (PK)
Descriptors: Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software Reviews
