Described is a software program with two components. One is muMATH, a package of functions that can perform a wide variety of symbolic manipulations. It is surrounded by, and written in, the accompanying language, muSIMP. A problem is described with a muMATH solution; another example uses the muSIMP language. (MNS)

Two computer programs are given to provide simulations, for any value of n, to keep count of the frequency of the first significant digit. (MNS)

The case for some elementary programing as part of mathematics instruction is presented. Ways in which microcomputers can be used in the mathematics classroom are described, with specific illustrations. (MNS)

A committee selected microcomputer software for inclusion in this publication, and then correlated the software to the South Carolina Basic Skills Assessment Program (BSAP) Mathematics Objectives for grades 1-8. It was noted that this correlation of 93 selected software programs to BSAP Mathematics Objectives should be used only as a beginning…

Several major factors must be considered when developing or assessing tutorial microcomputer software for mathematics instruction. Both learning considerations and curriculum considerations are discussed in some detail. (MNS)

Computer activities involving counting are described along with brief computer programs. (MNS)

Writing short computer programs can help students to develop an understanding of random processes in probability. Three sample programs are included. (MNS)

The Living-Learning-Laboratory for Young Children at Ball State University is described. For preschoolers, the L-L-L provides a variety of learning experiences, including the use of a computer for mathematics and other topics. Reactions and some research findings are reported. (MNS)

Experiences and suggestions from a teacher using computers in a grade five-six classroom are given. (MNS)

Having students gather their own statistics is promoted. The BEADS program provides an alternative; it simulated sampling from a binomial distribution. Illustrations from the program are included. (MNS)

How to find and classify positive integral solutions to 1/a + 1/b = 1/c in beginning and advanced algebra classes is described. The computer finds the solutions, but students practice algebraic manipulation as they analyze the solutions for patterns. Extensions to challenge more capable students are included. (MNS)

A two-week summer computer camp for teachers in grades one through seven is described. Examples of programing in Logo are included, as well as an overview of the curriculum, materials, evaluation, and recommendations. (MNS)

The role of computers (especially microcomputers) in the mathematics curriculum and suggestions for using them in mathematics instruction are discussed in this yearbook. The 27 articles are presented under five headings. Part 1, Issues, includes articles on comprehensive instructional computing, possible new curricula, and a syllabus for a…

Having students try to generate their own random numbers can lead to much discovery learning as one tries to create 'patternlessness' from formulas. Developing an equidistribution test and runs test, plus other ideas for generating random numbers, is discussed, with computer programs given. (MNS)

How a group of seventh-grade students was involved in helping elementary school students learn to use a microcomputer is described. Objectives were identified, a schedule set up, and problems considered. (MNS)