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Peer reviewedBrazier, Gerald; Watkins, Will – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1986
Points out the benefits of students using LOGO with problems dealing with vectors and matrices. Provides examples of performing linear algebraic computations in LOGO. (ML)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Science Education, Computer Uses in Education, Mathematical Applications
Peer reviewedAdner, Haya – School Science and Mathematics, 1990
Investigated the effect of the choice of a model's medium (algebraic expression or computer program) on the performance of students. Student programers did not transfer the qualities of a computer program approach to their algebraic models. Provides items for five tests. (YP)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Computer Software, Higher Education
Pavelle, Richard; And Others – Scientific American, 1981
Describes the nature and use of computer algebra and its applications to various physical sciences. Includes diagrams illustrating, among others, a computer algebra system and flow chart of operation of the Euclidean algorithm. (SK)
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, Astronomy, College Mathematics
Peer reviewedDownes, Michael – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Uses a LOGO program and probability to solve systems of equations. Provides a physical model and a LOGO model. Lists programs and explains the methodology used. (MVL)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
