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Estes, Yvonne – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1984
Discusses the nature and uses of LOGO programing language with primary children. Sample program listings and the results obtained by primary children are included. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Computer Software, Primary Education, Programing

Rosenfeld, Barbara – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Described are various forms of Programmed, Inquiry, Learning, or Teaching (PILOT) language and how it can be used to help educators create low-cost high quality computer-assisted instruction. Advantages and disadvantages of PILOT are considered. (RH)
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education

Sweetland, Robert D. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Presented are a discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of teaching programming with several programming languages. Suggestions for language selection are included. Arguments for a Logo-Pascal computer curriculum are indicated. (RH)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development

VanLengen, Craig A. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
The integrated compiler of the Turbo Pascal environment allows the execution of a completed program independent of the developed environment and with greater execution speed, in comparison with LOGO. Conversion table of turtle-graphic commands for the two languages is presented. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education

Wong, Khoon Yoong – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Describes a function graphing program's 15 Logo procedures and how they are used in the classroom to study the properties of functions and to develop visual imagery of function behavior. Presents several Logo programs. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software

Cowles, Mary Jane – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Presents an example of a proof to the mathematical problem of the sum of the cubes of the digits. Provides a Pascal program to search for these results. (MVL)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Mathematical Applications

Dryden, Michael A. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Develops a LOGO approach for explaining physics concepts using the microcomputer. Explains the usefulness of LOGO for programing physics problems. Lists several LOGO programs with programing explanations to explain physics concepts. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Instructional Materials

Mathews, John H. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Notes muMATH is a powerful computer algebra systems assistant for performing symbol manipulation in algebra and calculus. Provides several examples and program listings for calculus tutoring, differentiation drill problems, and integration drill problems. (MVL)
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Oriented Programs

Scheuermann, Larry – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Provides a short BASIC program, RANVAR, which generates random variates for various theoretical probability distributions. The seven variates include: uniform, exponential, normal, binomial, Poisson, Pascal, and triangular. (MVL)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware

Mandell, Alan; Lucking, Robert – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Compares a program written both in BASIC and LOGO on its inferential and decision making ability. Explains steps in each program and how deductions and decisions are made. (MVL)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Cognitive Processes, College Science, Computer Software

Ecker, Michael W. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Describes mathematical problems which occur when using the computer as a calculator. Considers errors in BASIC calculation and the order of mathematical operations. Identifies errors in spreadsheet and calculator programs. Comments on sorting programs and provides a source for Mathemagical Black Holes. (MVL)
Descriptors: Calculators, College Mathematics, Computation, Computer Graphics

Clason, Robert G. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Discusses the golden ratio and how to make golden triangles using recursive Logo programs. Presents some outputs of the Penrose tile patterns. (YP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software

Pizarro, Antonio – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Provides a listing of a software graphics program that investigates the law of reflection and Snell's law of refraction. Written in BASIC for the Apple II personal computer. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education

Mandell, Alan; Lucking, Robert – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Discusses artificial intelligence, its definitions, and potential applications. Provides listings of Logo and BASIC versions for programs along with REM statements needed to make modifications for use with Apple computers. (RT)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science

Lough, Tom; Tipps, Steve – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Offers several LOGO programs to study the behavior of simple nonlinear systems. Suggests that LOGO is an excellent tool for studying chaotic systems. Offers suggestions for different forms of LOGO. Builds upon programs presented in a previous article. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chaos Theory, College Mathematics, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation
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