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Technology Tips: Spreadsheets--a Tool for the Mathematics Classroom.
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Hunt, William J. – Mathematics Teacher, 1995
Shows how to model Newton's method for approximating roots on a spreadsheet. (MKR)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computation, Computer Uses in Education, Mathematical Concepts
A Singular Function: A Problem-Solving Parable.
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Vanden Bosch, Peter – Mathematics Teacher, 1997
Presents a scenario in which two people solve a programming problem by discussing various number sequences and functions. The problem is redefined as one related to number theory and operations research. (DDR)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Strategies, Functions (Mathematics)
Computers and the Rational-Root Theorem.
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O'Donnell, William J. – Mathematics Teacher, 1988
Discusses computer methods for finding roots of polynomials. The program provided finds rational roots and prints the roots as rational numbers. (PK)
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education
Estimating Pi by Microcomputer.
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Donahue, Richard J. – Mathematics Teacher, 1988
Techniques for estimating pi using the microcomputer are demonstrated. Four BASIC programs, coded from pi generating formulas, are compared for efficiency. (PK)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware