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Peer reviewedWood, Eric F. – Mathematics in School, 1988
Examines the historical development of logarithm tables. Suggests that students should write computer programs to calculate logarithms. (PK)
Descriptors: Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedCroft, Tony – Mathematics in School, 1988
One of the areas in which the microcomputer excels is that of the very rapid addition of a sequence of numbers. Many problems in mathematics can be reduced to such an addition. Examples of problems and computer programs are included. (PK)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedWardle, Michael – Mathematics in School, 1984
Some specific uses of microcomputers in mathematics instruction are presented. Included are examples for generating data and patterns, checking, practice of various types, developing understanding, comparing results, simulation of experiments, introducing new ideas, solving problems, and extending into new areas. Brief computer programs are given.…
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Estimation (Mathematics)
