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Addicks, Tom – Mathematics Teacher, 1986
Use of Logo to teach statistical ideas is proposed for students in grades 5-10. Procedures and diagrams are suggested, with program listings for four models for graphs. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Geometric Concepts, Graphs
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Haigh, William E. – Mathematics Teacher, 1986
Given is an example of the solution of maximum-minimum problems by replacing differentiation techniques with microcomputers and simple BASIC programs. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Graphs, Mathematics Instruction, Measurement
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Sullivan, Jillian C. F. – Mathematics Teacher, 1986
Two different numerical methods, the bisection method and simple iteration, are discussed and illustrated by approximating the real solution of an equation, with programs for the two methods included. Alternative methods are also indicated. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Equations (Mathematics), Estimation (Mathematics), Graphs
Barclay, Tim – Classroom Computer Learning, 1987
The use of the microcomputer in an interactive graphics mode offers exciting possibilities for mathematics and science education. Errors made with graphs are used to introduce ideas of what should be taught. Both understanding equations and graphing utilities are stressed. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Equations (Mathematics), Error Patterns
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Walton, Karen Doyle; Walton, J. Doyle – Mathematics Teacher, 1987
A method of using microcomputers to teach polar coordinates and graphing is described. Two computer programs plus illustrations are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Software, Geometric Concepts, Graphs
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Watson, Jane M. – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1982
The use of microcomputers to aid geometry instruction is emphasized through discussion of a program written in BASIC which provides for experimenting with polynomial curves. The program listing is included. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Geometric Concepts
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Bloom, Lynette M.; And Others – Mathematics in School, 1986
An intuitive approach to exponential functions is described. Microcomputers are used to aid discovery of derivatives. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Discovery Learning, Functions (Mathematics), Graphs
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Hirsch, Christian R., Ed.; And Others – Mathematics Teacher, 1986
Activities for investigating how the value of a variable in an equation affects the direction and shape of the graph are given. A computer program and three worksheets are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Equations (Mathematics), Graphs, Learning Activities