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Richbart, Lynn A. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1985
Two worksheets are given, outlining algorithms to help students determine the day of the week an event will occur and to find the date for Easter. The activity provides computational practice. A computer program for determining Easter is also included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computation, Computer Software, Drills (Practice)

Hirsch, Christian R., Ed. – Mathematics Teacher, 1986
Stressed is a conceptual approach to absolute value, based on the visualization of the graphs of absolute-value equations. An important by-product is predicting a graph on the basis of certain constraints. Four worksheets plus teacher comments are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Software, Graphs, Instructional Materials
Highsmith, Joni Bitman – 1997
Car Builder is a scientific CD-ROM-based simulation program that lets students design, construct, modify, test, and compare their own cars. Students can design sedans, four-wheel-drive vehicles, vans, sport cars, and hot rods. They may select for aerodynamics, power, and racing ability, or economic and fuel efficiency. It is a program that teaches…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Design, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education

Rahn, James R.; Berndes, Barry A. – Mathematics Teacher, 1994
Discusses activities to help students make visual generalizations about power and exponential functions, methods to determine an approximate function represented by data using logarithms, hands-on activities, and student activity sheets. Includes a Pascal Turbo computer program which generates random numbers. (MKR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Exponents (Mathematics), Functions (Mathematics), Graphs
Highsmith, Joni Bitman – 1996
Stickybear's Math Splash is a CD-ROM-based software tool for teaching mathematics skills beyond simple number recognition to elementary students. The accompanying printed lesson plans are designed to complement mathematics skills with other methods and areas of emphasis including kinesthetic learning, listening skills, decision making skills, and…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education, Lesson Plans
Highsmith, Joni Bitman – 1995
Stickybear's Math Town is a CD-ROM-based software tool for teaching mathematics skills beyond simple number recognition. Accompanying printed lesson plans are designed to complement mathematics skills with other methods and areas of emphasis including kinesthetic learning, listening skills, decision making skills, and other vital tools for…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education, Lesson Plans
Chenault, Shirley – 1986
This document contains six lessons for a class on using computer spreadsheets. Each lesson contains an objective, terminology, and directions for step-by-step completion of the lesson activites. Worksheets are included for teachers to replicate and hand out or to use as overhead transparencies. The lessons cover the following concepts:…
Descriptors: Accounting, Business Education, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software

Yates, Daniel S. – Mathematics Teacher, 1985
Activities focus on the use of computers as an instructional tool. Three worksheets provide experiences with: perimeter and areas of squares; area of parallelograms and triangles; and properties of triangles. A Logo computer program is included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Geometric Concepts, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities
Masalski, William J. – 1990
The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics has stated that computer technology is an important factor in the improvement of mathematics instruction and an important tool in mathematics instruction. Computer spreadsheets are readily adaptable for problem solving, can enhance the user's insight into the development and use of algorithms and…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Learning Activities, Mathematical Applications
Daly, Judith; And Others – 1987
This computer-assisted curriculum is intended to be used to enhance a vocational mathematics/applied mathematics course. A total of 32 packets were produced to increase the basic mathematics skills of students in the following vocational programs: automotive trades, beauty culture, building trades, climate control, electrical trades,…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Curriculum Development, Instructional Materials
Libeskind, Shlomo; And Others – 1983
These activities were designed for use at the University of Montana, where they were tested for four quarters in a mathematics for elementary teachers course on informal geometry. They are for use with Apple II-Plus computers with 64K memory or Apple IIe computers and MIT Logo. (Modifications are necessary if the activities are to be used with…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Geometric Concepts

Kelly, M. G.; Wiebe, James H. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1994
The Internet provides a resource accessible to students for solving problems and satisfying information needs. Describes how students can use e-mail and the NASA Spacelink, Geographic Name Server, and Weather Underground databases. Appendices provide internet addresses and selected state telecommunications networks. Sample student inquiries are…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Databases, Educational Resources, Educational Technology
Finkel, LeRoy – 1991
This book is designed for use in an introductory, college level course on educational technology, and no prior experience with computers or computing is assumed. The first of a series on technology in the classroom, the text provides a foundation for exploring more specific topics in greater depth. The book is divided into three…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Courseware
Prince George's County Public Schools, Upper Marlboro, MD. – 1989
This curriculum guide was written to provide information on the skills covered in the Maryland Functional Math Test (MFMT) and to outline a process which will allow teachers to fully integrate computer software into their instruction. The materials produced in this directory are designed to assist mild to moderately handicapped students who will…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Guides, Disabilities