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Peer reviewedHanna, Gila – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 2000
Explores the role of proof in mathematics education and provides justification for its importance in the curriculum. Discusses three applications of dynamic geometry software--heuristics, exploration, and visualization--as tools in the teaching of proof and as potential challenges to the importance of proof. (Author/MM)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Geometry
Direct linkDeacon, Andrew; Jaftha, Jacob; Horwitz, David – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2004
Powerful applications such as Microsoft Office's Excel and Word are widely used to perform common tasks in the workplace and in education. Scripting within these applications allows unanticipated user requirements to be addressed. We show that such extensibility, intended to support office automation-type applications, is well suited to the…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Mathematics Instruction, Writing Instruction, Economics
Grevstad, Eric – InCider, 1986
Creative uses of Apple II microcomputers in classrooms are described. Projects involved topics ranging across the curriculum, with many involving writing and most using AppleWorks software. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Instruction
