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Peer reviewedBright, George W. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989
Developing numerical relationships with calculators is emphasized. Calculators furnish some needed support for students as they investigate the value of fractions as the numerators or denominators change. An example with Logo programing for computers is also included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Calculators, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions
Peer reviewedKimberling, Clark – Mathematics Teacher, 1983
Suggestions are given for having students write or modify computer programs for listing prime positive integers and continued fractions, to help them discover mathematical concepts. Sample programs are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Discovery Learning
Peer reviewedBrowning, Christine A.; Channell, Dwayne E. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1992
Describes an activity that introduces students to the use of database software to collect and interpret data. Asks middle school students to collect personal information regarding their dominant hand, eye, and thumb. Students use FIND and AND commands to create tables and respond to questions related to the data. (MDH)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Courseware, Data Analysis, Data Collection
