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Dixon, Mark R.; Jackson, James W.; Small, Stacey L.; Horner-King, Mollie J.; Mui Ker Lik, Nicholas; Garcia, Yors; Rosales, Rocio – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2009
Over 10 years have passed since the publication of Carr and Burkholder's (1998) technical article on how to construct single-subject graphs using Microsoft Excel. Over the course of the past decade, the Excel program has undergone a series of revisions that make the Carr and Burkholder paper somewhat difficult to follow with newer versions. The…
Descriptors: Graduate Students, Graphs, Spreadsheets, Evaluation
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Hall, A. G. – Computers & Education, 1995
Describes an introductory course on data, statistics, and probability given to first-year electronic engineering students at the University of Hull (United Kingdom); it is taught via workshops using spreadsheets. The four components are data and graphs, random data and statistics, probability distributions, and probability and events. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Engineering Education, Foreign Countries, Graphs
Ciolfi, Quentin P. – 1992
While most microeconomics curriculums contain no reference to the use of microcomputers, spreadsheet packages adapt well to microeconomics courses. This presentation examines the following topics in the context of a microeconomics course: (1) The Microcomputer Spreadsheet Package--LOTUS; (2) The Spreadsheet Anatomy--cells, commands, menus; (3)…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Economics Education, Educational Technology
Barton, Darren – Micromath, 2003
Explores ways in which various technologies can be integrated to teach the transformation of graphs in an interactive and dynamic way. Discusses how the use of graphic calculators, a spreadsheet, graph plotter, presentation package, and an interactive whiteboard can be combined to give students the opportunity to investigate, understand, and have…
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Educational Technology, Graphing Calculators, Graphs
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Abramovich, Sergei; Brown, Gary – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1996
Describes how a software package that includes a spreadsheet, a relation grapher, and a dynamic geometry can contribute to teacher training through an exploratory problem-solving course. Discusses the ways in which technology-rich environments enhance and extend traditional topics. Contains 17 references. (DDR)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Computer Software, Course Content, Discovery Learning
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Timmons, Todd – PRIMUS, 1991
Described is an instructional method that makes use of an electronic spreadsheet for the numerical and graphical introduction of the fundamentals of Taylor polynomials. Included is a demonstration spreadsheet using the expansion polynomial to evaluate the cosine function. (JJK)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Technology
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Kari, Roy – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Described are several spreadsheet templates which use the functions of iteration and logical look-up which allow students to calculate and graph quantum mechanical functions and to simulate rotational and vibrational energy level and spectra. The templates are listed in the appendix. (KR)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction
Ralph, Charles L. – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1989
Describes a computer applications course developed for undergraduate biology students (primarily sophomores) to teach word processing, database and spreadsheet programs, graphing programs, telecommunications, and file transfer procedures. AppleWorks software is discussed, course content is explained, and the microcomputer laboratory is described.…
Descriptors: Biology, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Course Content
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Misovich, Michael; Biasca, Karyn – Chemical Engineering Education, 1991
Discussed are the possible uses of spreadsheets in the undergraduate curriculum in chemical engineering classes. The advantages and flexibility of spreadsheets, spreadsheet instruction, graphing capabilities, assignment examples, and conclusions are described. (KR)
Descriptors: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, College Science, Computation
Guo, Sheng – 1988
This report discusses the methods, techniques, and software applications used in processing the data gathered in a survey of the physical condition and health of students in Guangdong Province, China. The introduction provides background on the survey. Survey grouping, data items, and survey procedures are then described. A discussion of…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Data Analysis, Data Processing
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Abramovich, Sergei; Strock, Tracy – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 2002
The paper describes the use of a spreadsheet in a mathematics teacher education course. It shows how the tool can serve as a link between seemingly disconnected mathematical concepts. The didactical triad of using a spreadsheet as an agent, consumer, and amplifier of mathematical activities allows for an extended investigation of simple yet…
Descriptors: Preservice Teacher Education, Education Courses, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics Instruction