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Chaos and the Simple Pendulum.
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De Jong, Marvin L. – Physics Teacher, 1992
Studies the simple dynamical system of the pendulum and the chaotic behavior that occurs when the pendulum is both damped and driven. Provides an algorithm and BASIC program for the numerical solution to the differential equations encountered in the discussion. (MDH)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Chaos Theory, Computer Assisted Instruction, Differential Equations
Euclidean Geometry via Programming.
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Filimonov, Rossen; Kreith, Kurt – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1992
Describes the Plane Geometry System computer software developed at the Educational Computer Systems laboratory in Sofia, Bulgaria. The system enables students to use the concept of "algorithm" to correspond to the process of "deductive proof" in the development of plane geometry. Provides an example of the software's capability…
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Algorithms, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development
Consumer Mathematics, Vol. II. Computer Applications.
New York City Board of Education, Brooklyn, NY. Div. of Curriculum and Instruction. – 1986
This document serves as Volume II of a two-part course designed to improve mathematical proficiency and understanding as the student is given practice in relevant problem-solving situations. It includes the mathematics skills needed to make sound consumer decisions. The purpose of this course is to review, reinforce and extend concepts learned in…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education