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Clatterbaugh, Martha – Arithmetic Teacher, 1986
Suggestions for using a computer disc containing unprotected programs are given. The Fibonacci sequence, prime factorization, sum puzzlers, and other examples are described. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Intermediate Grades

Andersen, Lyle E.; And Others – Arithmetic Teacher, 1988
Ways to combine the strengths of teacher and computer are suggested. Multiplication concepts and an algorithm for multiplication are taught in the same lessons. The computer is used as an electronic chalkboard to teach at a semiconcrete level. The computer program is included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Software, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics

Simon, Stephen D. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1987
Numerical inaccuracies, which occur in many ordinary computations, can create serious problems and render answers meaningless. Cancellation and accumulation errors are described, and suggestions for experimentation are discussed. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Software, Error Patterns, Higher Education

Mathematics Teacher, 1986
Brief articles on producing videotapes of the execution of a program on a microcomputer, an illustration of the sums of numbers and squares, and the distance from a point to a line are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Geometric Concepts, Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction

Kimberling, Clark – Mathematics Teacher, 1987
Programs are listed for integer powers and fractional powers, with discussion of how to use them in instruction. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Software, Higher Education, Mathematics Instruction
Ary, Temple S. – Classroom Computer Learning, 1987
Three examples are given in which students create their own Logo software to explore the topics of number patterns and operations, fractions, and decimal parts in measurement. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Decimal Fractions, Discovery Learning, Elementary Education