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Ryoti, Don E. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1986
Two computer games, Guess and Rule, can be used to improve students' thinking strategies. BASIC and Logo programs are given for each game, and facts and additional references are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Software, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
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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
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Mason, Margie – Arithmetic Teacher, 1985
A variety of activities and information about computers and programing are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions
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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
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Dubitsky, Barbara – Arithmetic Teacher, 1988
Use of a microcomputer spreadsheet program to help students understand long division is described. An example of a problem with powers of 10 used with seventh graders is presented, with note of another lesson on decimals for grade 6. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Decimal Fractions, Division, Elementary Education
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Wilson, Patricia S. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1984
Beginning with a simple computer program to teach a fundamental concept and building in small increments is suggested. For the topic of repeated operations, three activities, an extension, and some problems are given. (MNS)
Descriptors: Addition, Computation, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
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Tierney, Cornelia C. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1985
Activities are described that reinforce knowledge of multiplication facts and also give students practice in making generalizations that improve problem-solving skills and provide a foundation for work with fractions. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Drills (Practice), Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education