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Clements, Douglas H.; Sarama, Julie; Battista, Michael T. – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1998
Investigates the development of shape concepts within an instructional unit on geometric paths, including the role of noncomputer and computer interactions in that development. Concludes that the computer environment and the activities facilitated students' development of their conceptualizations of the properties of geometric shapes and their…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Elementary Education
Hanna, Gila – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1998
Discusses the issue of proof in school geometry and views dynamic software as an excellent tool for exploration in geometry classes, mathematical practice, and for helping students see that a theorem is true. Argues that justification without proof would be untrue to the theory and practice of mathematics. Contains 32 references. (ASK)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education
Burns, Edward; Schmittau, Jean – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1993
Describes a form of adaptive communication, referred to as single switch technology, as a method for assessing and developing mathematics skills of speech and motor disabled students. Provides a BASIC program to illustrate a basic single switch mathematics program. (MDH)
Descriptors: Addition, Communication Disorders, Computation, Computer Software