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Peer reviewedClements, R. R. – Teaching Mathematics and Its Applications, 1999
Computer algebra systems have great potential uses, but learning the basic concepts of algebra is itself a mathematical activity. Explores theoretical concepts that may be seen as essential enabling skills for computer algebra systems users. (Author/ASK)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Uses in Education, Functions (Mathematics), Mathematics Activities
Peer reviewedLawson, D. A. – Teaching Mathematics and Its Applications, 1998
Discusses using black body function for radiative heat transfer, which can be used in a real-life application in a number of different topics in A-level and first-year undergraduate mathematical methods courses such as differentiation, solving nonlinear equations, and integration by substitution. (ASK)
Descriptors: Calculus, Functions (Mathematics), Heat, High Schools
