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Peer reviewedKalomitsines, Spyros P. – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1983
Describes two methods to resolve common difficulties in solving problems. The first is used when the solver becomes stuck with a problem and no idea seems to come to mind. The second is suitable when the solver is trapped in a loop and goes in circles around the problem. (JN)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Oriented Programs, Higher Education, Mathematical Concepts
Peer reviewedHennessy, Sara; And Others – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1989
Described is an article that describes an adaptive computer tutor for arithmetic entitled "Shopping on Mars." The purpose of the tutor is to help children develop an extensive repertoire of information techniques for performing arithmetic in everyday situations and to learn to formulate shortcuts in problem solving. Results of…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedHillel, Joel; And Others – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1989
Described is a year-long study of the way a group of six 12-year-old children went about solving a special class of geometric problems using a computer and a limited set of LOGO programing tools. Examines solution strategies deciding whether those strategies led to insights about mathematical relations. (Author/MVL)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education
