Characteristics of computer arithmetic that may cause programing problems are considered. How numbers are stored in a computer, round-off error, overflow, and double-precision arithmetic are among the topics considered. (FL)

A computer program developed by a high school student approximates the value of "e" by computing partial sums of the defining series. (SD)

An outline of some programing techniques that might be included in school work for pupils up to 16 years of age is given, and sample programs are provided. (DT)

This reprint of one of the original Project Solo curriculum modules contains five problems and a computer program. (MK)

This paper is concerned with a low cost alternative for providing computer experience to secondary school students. The brief discussion covers the programmable calculator and its relevance for teaching the concepts and the rudiments of computer programming and for computer problem solving. A list of twenty-five programming activities related to…

Having students try to generate their own random numbers can lead to much discovery learning as one tries to create 'patternlessness' from formulas. Developing an equidistribution test and runs test, plus other ideas for generating random numbers, is discussed, with computer programs given. (MNS)

A first computer lesson in algebra is described, with illustrations of programing by students. Standard algebraic notation with BASIC are discussed, and further activities described. The purpose is to use the computer so that it develops a rational understanding of the mathematical concepts involved. (MNS)

A brief history of computers, a description of uses, and a disucssion of various types available are all given. Specific examples where the computer may be used to help teach mathematics are presented with some sample programs explained. A selected annotated bibliography is included. (LS)

The computer simulation game "Curve-Fit" is described. Its overall objective is to fit curves to six different data sets by estimating the parameters of each curve. (MNS)

An applications problem, which illustrates an important technique in mathematical applications, is presented and discussed. (MK)

Some insights are provided into techniques for removing the mystery of how calculators evaluate functions. (Author/MK)

Special ways of using computers as a useful tool in algebra instruction are reviewed, with applications to linear equations featured. (MP)

Described is a software program with two components. One is muMATH, a package of functions that can perform a wide variety of symbolic manipulations. It is surrounded by, and written in, the accompanying language, muSIMP. A problem is described with a muMATH solution; another example uses the muSIMP language. (MNS)

The author stresses that students need a thorough understanding of certain mathematical ideas in order to write adequate computer programs. He presents some examples using BASIC and LOGO and discusses writing programs as a mathematical exercise and using mathematics in programing. (MNS)