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Peer reviewedMaruszewski, Richard F., Jr. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 2002
Presents an example from probability and statistics that ties together several topics including the mean and variance of a discrete random variable, the binomial distribution and its particular mean and variance, the sum of independent random variables, the mean and variance of the sum, and the central limit theorem. Uses Excel to illustrate these…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Instructional Design, Mathematics Education, Probability
Peer reviewedGrassl, Richard M.; Mingus, Tabitha T. Y. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1999
Indicates the importance of teaching discrete mathematics. Describes how the use of technology can enhance the teaching and learning of discrete mathematics. Explorations using Excel, Derive, and the TI-92 proved how preservice and inservice teachers experienced a new dimension in problem solving and discovery. (ASK)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Graphing Calculators, Higher Education
Peer reviewedSaltzman, Robert M.; Kohler, David – Mathematics and Computer Education, 2002
Explores the relative strengths and weaknesses of the spreadsheet approach versus specialized mathematical programming software for solving a particular logic puzzle. (KHR)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Higher Education, Logical Thinking, Mathematical Logic
Peer reviewedRiley, Kyle – Mathematics and Computer Education, 2002
Presents a simple method for estimating the volatility of stock prices and uses a spreadsheet to apply the method to actual stock prices. This method is an application of parameter estimation and can be used in an introductory statistics course. (KHR)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Economics, Estimation (Mathematics), Higher Education
Peer reviewedBosch, William W.; Strickland, Jeff – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1998
The Optimizer in Quattro Pro and the Solver in Excel software programs make solving linear and nonlinear optimization problems feasible for business mathematics students. Proposes ways in which the Optimizer or Solver can be coaxed into solving systems of linear equations. (ASK)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
