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Boehm, Diann – Writing Notebook: Visions for Learning, 1994
Reviews two software programs: "The Graph Club" which makes learning graphs "magical and exciting"; and "WiggleWorks," an "exciting" reading curriculum on CD-ROM. (SR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary Education, Graphs

Greenwell, Raymond; And Others – College Mathematics Journal, 1987
Reviews for three software packages are given. Those packages are: 20/20 Statistics, Graphing Equations, and COMPUCALC. The first package is a set of programs for use in introductory statistics, the second contains four programs for studying the graphing of equations, and the third contains examples and techniques from calculus. (PK)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics

Carpenter, Jeanette; And Others – Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Reviews two software packages: Graphical Analysis III and Lewis Diagrams. Finds Graphical Analysis III to be a fast and versatile graphing program for high school science classes with access to Apple II microcomputers. Lewis Diagrams is designed to aid in determining Lewis structures of molecules and ions for IBM computers. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemical Nomenclature, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Graphics
Choate, Jonathan – Classroom Computer Learning, 1989
Discusses the use of the symbolic manipulator which helps students solve equations one step at a time. Recommends features to look for in algebra tools. Compares 14 programs on general, graphic, numeric, and symbolic manipulation and provides short reviews of each. (MVL)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software Reviews

Dickey, Edwin – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Provides a brief description, rationale for selection, and recommendations for use of: "The Geometric Supposer"; "Graphing Equations"; "Electronic Spreadsheet"; "LOGO"; "muMATH"; "The King's Rule"; "Algebra Series"; and "Golf Classic." Lists contents, costs, and…
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education

Bitter, Gary G., Ed. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Reviewed are two microcomputer software packages which may be useful in mathematics education: "Hands-On Math Volume 3," and "MathCAD 2.5." Listed are the educational level, hardware requirements, package contents, cost, and availability. Discussed are the functions, applications, strengths and weaknesses of each package. (CW)
Descriptors: Computation, Computer Assisted Design, Computer Graphics, Computer Software Reviews

Wulfson, Stephen, Ed. – Science and Children, 1990
Reviewed are six software packages for Apple and/or IBM computers. Included are "Autograph,""The New Game Show,""Science Probe-Earth Science,""Pollution Patrol,""Investigating Plant Growth," and "AIDS: The Investigation." Discussed are the grade level, function, availability, cost, and hardware requirements of each. (CW)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Earth Science