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Waits, Bert K.; Demana, Franklin – 2001
This essay begins with a brief history of calculator development and presents some lessons learned about using calculators in work dating back to the 1970s. A position statement on the appropriate use of calculator technology is presented along with a discussion of some of the controversial issues that have arisen as a consequence of the use of…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education, Graphing Calculators, Mathematics Curriculum
Etlinger, Leonard E.; Ogletree, Earl J. – 1982
The focus of this document is on descriptions of calculators, microcomputers, and related educational technology and materials. Calculators are viewed as innovative teaching tools that can have both practical and pedagogical functions in the classroom to enhance understanding and achievement in mathematics. Microcomputers are seen as glorified…
Descriptors: Calculators, Computers, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education

Mitchell, Charles E.; Blume, Glendon W. – Mathematics Teacher, 1980
Each of the hand-held calculator logic systems found on the market today is introduced, along with some of the advantages and disadvantages of each. The systems reviewed are: arithmetic logic, algebraic logic-no hierarchy, algebraic operating system, and reverse polish notation. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, Computation, Educational Technology