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Egnatoff, William J. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1991
Fractal geometry is introduced through examples of computational exploration of coastlines, self-similar curves, random walks, and population growth. These explorations, which include the construction of algorithms and the subsequent development and application of simple computer programs, lend themselves to self-directed study and advanced…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Geometric Concepts, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Education
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Meyer, Ruth A.; Riley, James E. – School Science and Mathematics, 1989
Presents a method for using matrix algebra and computers to encode and decode secret messages. Provides examples of coding procedures, a short review of matrix multiplication, and a BASIC program for use with secret messages containing up to 1000 numbers. (RT)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Mathematical Enrichment
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Aslan, Farhad,; And Others – School Science and Mathematics, 1992
Presents the Morris Loe Angle Trisection Approximation Method to introduce students to areas of mathematics where approximations are used when exact answers are difficult or impossible to obtain. Examines the accuracy of the method using the laws of sines and cosines and a BASIC computer program that is provided. (MDH)
Descriptors: Enrichment Activities, Estimation (Mathematics), Geometric Constructions, Geometry
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Lamb, John, Jr. – School Science and Mathematics, 1989
Describes several phenomena in which interesting properties of numbers are demonstrated. Includes discussions of amicable, perfect, and sociable numbers. Presents computer programs for conducting a number chain search. (RT)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics
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Clason, Robert G. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1991
A mult tile is a set of polygons each of which can be dissected into smaller polygons similar to the original set of polygons. Using a recursive LOGO method that requires solutions to various geometry and trigonometry problems, dissections of mult tiles are carried out repeatedly to produce tile patterns. (MDH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Discovery Processes, Geometry, Mathematical Enrichment
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Hughes, Barnabas; And Others – Mathematics Teacher, 1991
Presented is a series of eight hands-on exercises using Apple II computer graphics to investigate the following characteristics of periodic functions: period, amplitude, horizontal shift, and vertical shift. Detailed teacher instructions and the accompanying computer program are included. (MDH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Concept Formation, Functions (Mathematics), Learning Activities
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Easterday, Kenneth; Smith, Tommy – School Science and Mathematics, 1992
Proposes an alternative means of approximating the value of complex integrals, the Monte Carlo procedure. Incorporating a discrete approach and probability, an approximation is obtained from the ratio of computer-generated points falling under the curve to the number of points generated in a predetermined rectangle. (MDH)
Descriptors: Calculus, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Enrichment Activities
Virginia State Dept. of Education, Richmond. Div. of Sciences and Elementary Administration. – 1986
The purpose of this guide is to provide a resource for teacher use in computer mathematics instruction. Although it is not intended to be used as a textbook or a complete course syllabus, the guide does include a set of student objectives which are designed to define the content of a 1-year course in computer mathematics. The major focus of the…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Course Content, Course Objectives, Courseware
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Sandefur, James T. – Mathematics Teacher, 1992
Discusses the use of technology in solving compound interest-rate problems that can be modeled by linear relationships. Uses a graphing calculator to solve the specific problem of determining the amount of money that can be borrowed to buy a car for a given monthly payment and interest rate. (MDH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Credit (Finance), Equations (Mathematics), Graphing Calculators
Stevenson, Frederick W. – 1992
This book attempts to introduce students to the creative aspects of mathematics through exploratory problems. The introduction presents the criteria for the selection of the problems in the book. Criteria indicate that problems should: be immediately attractive, require data to be generated or gathered, appeal to students from junior high school…
Descriptors: Calculators, Computer Assisted Instruction, Creative Thinking, Creativity