Author states that the use of computers in mathematics courses tends to generate interest in course subject matter and make learning a less passive experience. Computers also introduce students to computer science as a field of study, and provide basic knowledge of computers as an important aspect of today's technology. (Author/RW)

A teaching strategy for problem solving with computers is detailed. The approach provides a "midline" level of help that encourages exploratory activity yet provides enough guidance to increase chances of pupil success. (MP)

Computer programing and problem-solving steps in mathematics are viewed to have related concepts. Some heuristics are compared with some suggestions for structured programing. The one fundamental difference between problem solving in general and when using the computer is seen as the computer solution must be finite. The computer is viewed as a…

Discusses how a teacher might initiate work with computers in his or her school. (MM)

A method for motivating programing techniques in a computer science class which uses alphametics, mathematical puzzles where words or phrases represent numerals or arithmetic operations, is given. (MK)

It is argued that the objectives identified by the Minnesota Educational Computing Consortium should not be viewed as a list of what should be taught, but as a picture of what was actually practiced in 1978 and 1979. Future courses are viewed as having heavy emphasis on computer-student interaction. (MP)

The approach taken by representatives of the Minnesota Educational Computing Consortium (MECC) to define computer literacy objectives is defended. The MECC approach is termed a comprehensive view of literacy that incorporates programing, awareness, and other aspects. It is felt that hands-on computer experience alone does not guarantee literacy.…

Presents cooperative computing activities in which each student plays the role of a switch or processor and acts out algorithms. Includes binary counting, finding the smallest card in a deck, sorting by selection and merging, adding and multiplying large numbers, and sieving for primes. (16 references) (Author/MKR)

Discussed is computer use at High Valley, a small private tutorial school in rural Dutchess County, New York. (MP)

A minicourse designed to teach fourth and fifth graders about computers included decoding computer cards, a "race" against the computer, a field trip, flow charting, and writing computer programs. The course was limited by the students' ability to understand abstract mathematical concepts. (MP)

A description is given of a supplemental unit for a primary level computer literacy class in which a play is produced with all students taking roles as parts of a computer. (MP)

Computer Literacy Program Briefs for seven schools and/or school districts are presented. Topics covered in each brief include: the institution or institutions covered, the educational program strategies, the target student audience, major components of the instructional program, illustrative examples of specific objectives, organization of the…

A review of the literature on the use of calculators and computers in instruction is presented. Topics covered include: (1) statements of goals for the instructional use of calculators and computers; (2) position statements; (3) computer manpower supply and demand; (4) a technical overview; (5) calculators in elementary schools; (6) computers in…

The material presents: (1) an overview of the Regional Conferences (2) a paper on Mathematics, Microelectronics, and American Education (F. James Rutherford and Joseph M. Dasbach), and (3) individual presentations on the Regional Meetings in Berkeley, Chicago, Newton, Massachusetts, and Washington, D.C. The meetings were designed to encourage…

Intended primarily for teachers, this annotated bibliography lists materials available through various sources for use by the teacher in and out of the classroom. Subject headings under which entries are listed include: (1) professional materials, (2) periodicals, (3) learning to program, (4) mathematics; (5) science, (6) games, and (7) clubs.…