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Peer reviewedTahta, Dick – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1996
Reviews M.B. DeBevoise's "Conversations on Mind, Matter, and Mathematics," (a book of translated conversations between Jean-Pierre Changeux and Alain Connes), which explores the question of whether a machine could reproduce the activity of the human brain. Explains how mathematics might be able to mediate between mind and matter. (DDR)
Descriptors: Biology, Computer Science, Cybernetics, Epistemology
Peer reviewedEpp, Helmut; And Others – Science, 1988
Contrasts artificial intelligence and conventional programming languages. Reviews Personal Consultant Plus, Smalltalk/V, and Nexpert Object, which are PC-based products inspired by problem-solving paradigms. Provides information on background and operation of each. (RT)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Computer Software
Lehrer, Ariella – Classroom Computer Learning, 1988
Discusses some of the factors included in choosing appropriate computer networks for the classroom. Describes such networks as those produced by Apple Computer, Corvus Systems, Velan, Berkeley Softworks, Tandy, LAN-TECH, Unisys, and International Business Machines (IBM). (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Science
Parham, Charles – Classroom Computer Learning, 1988
Discusses some of the improvements made recently in computerized speech and some questions about using such technology in classrooms. Describes the hardware needed for speech software. Provides a directory of what is currently available in speech-based products. (TW)
Descriptors: Artificial Speech, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science, Computer Software Reviews
Download full textVirginia State Dept.of Education, Richmond. Div. of Assessment and Reporting. – 1999
Beginning in Spring 1998, Virginia students participated in the Standards of Learning (SOL) assessments designed to test student knowledge of the content and skills specified in the state's standards. This document contains questions that approximately 80,000 students in grade 5 were required to answer as part of the SOL assessments. These…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Achievement Tests, Computer Science, Grade 5
Virginia State Dept.of Education, Richmond. Div. of Assessment and Reporting. – 1999
Beginning in Spring 1998, Virginia students participated in the Standards of Learning (SOL) assessments designed to test student knowledge of the content and skills specified in the state's standards. This document contains questions that approximately 79,000 students in grade 8 were required to answer as part of the SOL assessments. These…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Achievement Tests, Computer Science, Grade 8
Peer reviewedMcGrath, Diane – School Science and Mathematics, 1990
Reviews two programs: (1) "The Weather Machine" on understanding weather and weather forecasting and (2) "The Mystery of the Hotel Victoria" on problem solving in mathematics. Presents the descriptions, advantages, and weaknesses of the software. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews
