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Myers, Roy – Pipeline, 1981
Two packages in computer graphics are described that can represent three-dimensional surfaces in two dimensions. (MP)
Descriptors: Calculus, Computer Graphics, Computer Science, Geometric Concepts
Peer reviewedRiddle, Lawrence H. – Mathematics Teacher, 1994
Discusses the use of computer graphics to introduce the concepts of derivative and tangent line using the iteration of functions, especially linear functions. (MKR)
Descriptors: Calculus, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Functions (Mathematics)
Peer reviewedMathews, John H. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Illustrates how muMATH can be used for manipulating abstract differentiation rules, optimization, implicit differentiation, related rules, and verifying the chain rule. (MVL)
Descriptors: Calculus, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedEgsgard, John C. – Mathematics Teacher, 1988
Discusses the snowflake curve as a way to introduce the topic of sequences and series. Computer programs which produce graphic results are included. (PK)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics
Peer reviewedDecker, Robert – Mathematics Teacher, 1989
Discusses the use of computers in calculus classes. Describes activities in four laboratories providing with the problems of the laboratories. (YP)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics
Peer reviewedBloom, Lynette M.; And Others – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1987
Presents several ways that the microcomputer can be used as an aid in teaching various topics in calculus, including graphing functions, solving equations, finding limits and derivatives, and solving optimization problems. Emphasizes the use of computer software that tends to maximize the potential of computer graphics in mathematics instruction.…
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics
Lindquist, Mary Montgomery, Ed.; Shulte, Albert P., Ed. – 1987
This yearbook contains 20 articles pertaining to geometry instruction. Part 1 considers "Perspectives," with articles on the van Hiele model, resolving dilemmas, implications of using computer graphics, chances of geometry surviving in the secondary curriculum, and role of Euclidean geometry. Part 2 provides "A View of Problem Solving and…
Descriptors: Calculus, Computer Graphics, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education
