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| Shumway, Richard J. | 3 |
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| Ryoti, Don E. | 1 |
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Peer reviewedShumway, Richard J. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1983
A computer program that allows students to simulate an experiment in probability is given, with specific suggestions on how to use and study the program. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Learning Activities, Mathematics Instruction, Microcomputers
Peer reviewedFlores, Alfinio – Arithmetic Teacher, 1984
Writing short computer programs can help students to develop an understanding of random processes in probability. Three sample programs are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedShumway, Richard J. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1984
A sequence of exploratory activities is designed to help beginners use the BASIC language and make simple pictures by graphing pairs of numbers. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Graphs
Peer reviewedRyoti, 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
Peer reviewedClatterbaugh, 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
Peer reviewedMason, 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
Peer reviewedThompson, Carla J. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1984
Various types of computerized sorting techniques are demonstrated with cardboard materials children can manipulate. Bubble, ripple, and binary sorting are each illustrated. (MNS)
Descriptors: Classification, Computer Science, Computers, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedBright, George W. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989
Developing numerical relationships with calculators is emphasized. Calculators furnish some needed support for students as they investigate the value of fractions as the numerators or denominators change. An example with Logo programing for computers is also included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Calculators, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions
Peer reviewedAndersen, 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
Peer reviewedJensen, Robert J. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1987
Presented are several suggestions for teaching elementary school mathematics with technology. Activities use calculators and microcomputers for teaching multiples. (RH)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computer Assisted Instruction, Division, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedShumway, Richard J. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1983
Exponential growth provides an interesting setting for exploration. A sequence of activities and questions which will help students become better acquainted with large numbers and scientific notation, as well as computer notions, is given. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Junior High School Students, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedDubitsky, 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
