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Buckhiester, Philip G. – Mathematics Teacher, 1994
Discusses a problem involving probability and uncertainty that students can investigate experimentally or theoretically and transforms the problem to a two-player game so that students can be introduced to some fundamental concepts of decision making. Includes computer programs used to analyze the problems. (MKR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Decision Making, Games, Mathematical Enrichment
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Anderson, Bill D.; And Others – Mathematics Teacher, 1984
A previous article examined the amount of fuel that could constantly burn each second and achieve a safe landing. This article investigates some ways to burn variable amounts of fuel according to some mathematical function (such as an arithmetic progression). Several assumptions (such as a massless fuel) are made. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Fuels, High Schools, Mathematical Applications
Yerushalmy, Michal; And Others – 1988
From 1984 through 1988, the authors worked with teachers using an inquiry approach to teach high school geometry courses with the aid of the "Geometric Supposers." Problems are a critical component of the approach because they focus attention and energy and guide students in the application, integration, and extension of knowledge.…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Geometric Concepts, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Enrichment
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Schumann, Heinz – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1991
Described and evaluated are microcomputers as a tool for construction in geometry education and heuristic theorem finding through interactive continuous variation of geometric configurations. Numerous examples of theorem finding processes are provided using the prototype graphics system CABRI-Geometer. (MDH)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
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Hatfield, Mary M.; Bitter, Gary G. – Mathematics Teacher, 1991
N:4$2 N:4$N Reported are results of a Technical Education Research Centers (TERC) project describing telecommunication interactions between groups of students using the computer software unit "Connectany." Polygons are formed through repetitive "jumps" between points on a circle. Investigation questions and results are shared…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Discovery Learning, Discovery Processes
New York City Board of Education, Brooklyn, NY. Div. of Computer Information Services. – 1988
This manual provides a relevant resource for mathematics teachers who wish to take advantage of the extensive library of computer software materials available to expand and strengthen classroom instruction. Classroom management procedures, software duplication guidelines, procedures for copying diskettes for MS DOS and Apple II computers, and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education