Describes how the introduction of the TI-92 transformed a traditional first semester linear algebra course into a matrix-oriented course that emphasized conceptual understanding, relevant applications, and numerical issues. Indicates an increase in students' overall performance as they found the calculator very useful, believed it helped them…

Describes a classroom experiment using hand-held computer algebra systems (CAS) for the learning of algebra with the aim of developing the conception of a parameter as a means for generalization. The idea of the instrumentation of information and communications technology tools turned out to be fruitful in the interpretation of the students'…

Identifies a number of algebraic constructs that emerge from conducting investigations in a Logo environment. Details the intellectual struggle of a number of students as they interact with the environment. Reports on the development of a series of comparative case studies with seven students enrolled in an online talent education development…

Provides experiences of teaching students who had the use of a TI-92 for the semester, both in and out of class, with a greater emphasis on modeling and qualitative graphical methods and decreased emphasis on explicit solution techniques. Indicates that the TI-92 proved to be an invaluable tool for this course. (Author/ASK)