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Yoder, Sharon Burrowes – 1990
This book is designed to teach LogoWriter, a programming language. Each of the 41 small chapters focuses on a particular LogoWriter word or idea, and provides examples for practice and experimentation. Topics included are: (1) getting started with LogoWriter; (2) using repeat and label; (3) using color and random, shapes and stamp, fill and shade;…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Elementary Secondary Education, Microcomputers, Programing
Prosise, Jeff – 1994
This document presents the principles behind modern computer graphics without straying into the arcane languages of mathematics and computer science. Illustrations accompany the clear, step-by-step explanations that describe how computers draw pictures. The 22 chapters of the book are organized into 5 sections. "Part 1: Computer Graphics in…
Descriptors: Art Education, Computer Graphics, Computer Literacy, Computers
Dewdney, A. K. – Science Probe, 1991
Explores the subject of fractal geometry focusing on the occurrence of fractal-like shapes in the natural world. Topics include iterated functions, chaos theory, the Lorenz attractor, logistic maps, the Mandelbrot set, and mini-Mandelbrot sets. Provides appropriate computer algorithms, as well as further sources of information. (JJK)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Geometric Concepts, Mathematical Enrichment
Kuntz, Margy; Kuntz, Ann – 1994
This work presents a collection of craft projects that can be created by children. Necessary for completion of each craft is an IBM-compatible computer running Windows, "Word for Windows 6.0," with a mouse, a printer, and plain white printer paper. Simple craft supplies, including glue and scissors, also are needed. In each activity the child is…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Childrens Art, Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education
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Cynar, Sandra J. – Engineering Design Graphics Journal, 1991
Described are improvements for the computer efficiency of the two midpoint scan-conversion algorithms used to draw ellipses. Included are computer programs written in C programing language. (JJK)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Educational Technology, Engineering Drawing
Frasca, Joseph W. – 1990
This lab manual is designed to accompany a college course introducing students to computing. The exercises are designed to be completed by the average student in a supervised 2-hour block of time at a computer lab over 15 weeks. The intent of each lab session is to introduce a topic and have the student feel comfortable with the use of the machine…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education
Yoder, Sharon Burrowes – 1991
This manual has a dual purpose: to teach about programming in the Logo language for teachers, and to teach Logo in a structured manner to students. The publication is divided into 41 sections, each of which focuses on a particular Logo word or idea, and is designed to give both teachers and students the opportunity to experiment with ideas while…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software
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Carter, Claudia R. – Mathematics Teacher, 1992
An algebra class activity of creating computer graphics by connecting a series of ordered number pairs with subsequent investigations involving the transformations of the functional relationship between the elements of those ordered pairs is presented. (JJK)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Learning Activities, Mathematical Concepts
Gray, Peter J.; Deck, Dennis – 1983
This report includes a collection of workshop materials which address ways microcomputers can be used in evaluation and assessment and what basic information should be covered in introducing newcomers to the use of microcomputers. It is designed for use by experienced trainers with microcomputer experience but with few workshop support materials.…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Data Collection, Databases
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Fitzsimons, Dennis – Journal of Geography, 1989
Defines basic typographic terminology and offers two classroom projects using microcomputers to create and use type. Discusses typeface, type families, type style, type size, and type font. Examples of student projects that include the creation of bulletin board displays and page-size maps. (KO)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education
Courtney, Dwight; Crowley, Ed – 1988
This guide is intended for use in teaching a postsecondary-level course in corporate electronic publishing systems. The following topics are covered: cultural influence of graphic communication (early events in communication, early attempts at printing); typefaces and styles of type (type style characteristics and their use); tools and methods of…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Business Education, Computer Graphics, Curriculum Development
Beeby, Ellen; Crummett, Jerrie – 1997
This document contains teacher and student materials for a basic course in desktop publishing. Six units of instruction cover the following: (1) introduction to desktop publishing; (2) desktop publishing systems; (3) software; (4) type selection; (5) document design; and (6) layout. The teacher edition contains some or all of the following…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Competence, Competency Based Education, Computer Graphics
Crummett, Dan – 1997
This document contains teacher and student materials for a course in graphic arts. Ten units of instruction cover the following topics: (1) orientation; (2) shop safety; (3) shop organization; (4) printing processes; (5) paper; (6) typography; (7) typesetting; (8) design principles; (9) paste-up principles and procedures; and (10) proof procedures…
Descriptors: Art, Behavioral Objectives, Competence, Competency Based Education