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How To Modify Old QBASIC Programs To Run in Visual BASIC.
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Bergmann, Seth; Chandrupatla, Tirupathi R.; Osler, Thomas J. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 2002
Describes how to modify old QBASIC programs to run in visual Basic. (NB)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Higher Education, Programming Languages
Early Years Roaming.
Piper, Gill – Micromath, 2001
Explains how the Roamer Turtle, a piece of technology utilizing the LOGO programming language, can be used in a mathematics curriculum with students aged 4-7. Describes experiences in visiting various classes to see the Roamer in use. (MM)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Elementary Education, Mathematics Education
Programming C++ with Panache: A C++ Style Manual.
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Sher, David B. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 2000
Focuses on how to write clear programs with C++ that are easier to debug and modify. Student programs designed according to these outlined principles will tend to develop more quickly, have less bugs, and be much easier to debug. (ASK)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Higher Education, Mathematics Instruction, Programming
Solving a Logic Puzzle via Mathematical Programming.
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Saltzman, Robert M.; Kohler, David – Mathematics and Computer Education, 2002
Explores the relative strengths and weaknesses of the spreadsheet approach versus specialized mathematical programming software for solving a particular logic puzzle. (KHR)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Higher Education, Logical Thinking, Mathematical Logic
Investigating Complexity Using Excel and Visual Basic.
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Zetie, K. P. – Physics Education, 2001
Shows how some of the simple ideas in complexity can be investigated using a spreadsheet and a macro written in Visual Basic. Shows how the sandpile model of Bak, Chao, and Wiesenfeld can be simulated and animated. The model produces results that cannot easily be predicted from its properties. (Author/MM)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Higher Education, Models
Using the TI-92+ Calculator as a Tool for Illustrating Programming Concepts.
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Abraham, Paul – 1999
This paper describes how the TI-92+ calculator can be valuable in illustrating basic and advanced programming concepts in introductory computer science courses. Descriptions of the scope of the curricula for the courses in which the TI-92+ is used are provided. The TI-92+ programming language is particularly useful in demonstrating the progression…
Descriptors: College Curriculum, Computer Science Education, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Strategies
Technology Tips: Say It with Machines.
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Martignette-Boswell, Carol; Cuoco, Albert A. – Mathematics Teacher, 1995
Discusses a visual programming language, Function Machine Lab, which helps students with the concept of function using the function machine image. (MKR)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Uses in Education, Concept Formation, Functions (Mathematics)
Using Computers for Algebraic Thinking.
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Clements, Douglas H.; Sarama, Julie – Teaching Children Mathematics, 1998
Uses three computer software programs to help students develop algebraic reasoning. Programs include spreadsheets, Logo programming language, and Teasers by Tobbs. (ASK)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology