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Hosack, John M. – College Mathematics Journal, 1986
Computer algebra systems are described. Features of such systems and information on MACSYMA, Maple, muMath, REDUCE, and SMP are given. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Oriented Programs
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Kraines, David P.; Smith, David A. – College Mathematics Journal, 1988
The goal was to make the "super blackboard" and "super calculator" capabilities of the computer routinely available to instructors in undergraduate mathematics courses. A good approximation to that goal is described in terms of hardware, display, physical setup, instructors, and software. Alternate solutions and other considerations are included.…
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Higher Education
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Smith, David A.; And Others – College Mathematics Journal, 1986
APL was invented specifically as a mathematical teaching tool, and is an excellent vehicle for teaching mathematical concepts using computers. This article illustrates the use of APL in teaching many different topics in mathematics, including logic, set theory, functions, statistics, linear algebra, and matrices. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Higher Education
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College Mathematics Journal, 1985
An environment for investigating vector-valued functions in two- and three-dimensional space using Logo is described. The language is presented, followed by use of the environment. Appended are Logo primitives and procedures. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Functions (Mathematics)
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Atkins, John; Geist, Robert – College Mathematics Journal, 1987
The Fibonacci Sequence describes a vast array of phenomena from nature. Computer scientists have discovered and used many algorithms which can be classified as applications of Fibonacci's sequence. In this article, several of these applications are considered. (PK)
Descriptors: Algorithms, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs
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Small, Don; And Others – College Mathematics Journal, 1986
Computer algebra systems (such as MACSYMA and muMath) can carry out many of the operations of calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations. Use of them with sketching graphs of rational functions and with other topics is discussed. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Oriented Programs
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White, James E. – College Mathematics Journal, 1988
Differences in computer languages are noted. Symbol-based languages offer some distinct advantages over number-based languages, both in the form and the content of the student's interaction with the computer. Some of these advantages are explored and their applications to teaching mathematics described. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Higher Education
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Aieta, Joseph F. – College Mathematics Journal, 1987
This article illustrates how questions from elementary finance can serve as motivation for studying high order powers, roots, and exponential functions using Logo procedures. A second discussion addresses a relatively unknown algorithm for the trigonometric exponential and hyperbolic functions. (PK)
Descriptors: Algorithms, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs
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Rozema, Edward – College Mathematics Journal, 1988
The article discusses the use of computers to teacher college level mathematics. In particular, the Gaussian elimination procedure for solving a system of n linear equations in n unknowns, using a computer, is examined. (PK)
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Cunningham, R. S.; Smith, David A. – College Mathematics Journal, 1987
Contains an update of an earlier listing of software for mathematics instruction at the college level. Topics are: advanced mathematics, algebra, calculus, differential equations, discrete mathematics, equation solving, general mathematics, geometry, linear and matrix algebra, logic, statistics and probability, and trigonometry. (PK)
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Greenwell, Raymond; And Others – College Mathematics Journal, 1987
Reviews for three software packages are given. Those packages are: 20/20 Statistics, Graphing Equations, and COMPUCALC. The first package is a set of programs for use in introductory statistics, the second contains four programs for studying the graphing of equations, and the third contains examples and techniques from calculus. (PK)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics
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Demana, Franklin; Waits, Bert – College Mathematics Journal, 1987
It is argued that microcomputer technology has evolved to the stage that it should be routinely used by mathematics students at all levels. It is shown how the use of microcomputers can change the way problems are solved. Computer-generated graphics are highlighted. (PK)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics
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Flanders, Harley – College Mathematics Journal, 1988
The article considers the problem of how to plot on the computer screen a circle with center (A,B) and radius R. Several different procedures are discussed and compared. (PK)
Descriptors: Algorithms, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics
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Huehn, K. L.; And Others – College Mathematics Journal, 1988
Reviews for three software packages are given. The packages are: Super Math Package, a collection of 19 programs on a variety of mathematical topics; Interactive Experiments in Calculus; and Introductory Statistics Software Package. (PK)
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Beezer, Robert A.; And Others – College Mathematics Journal, 1988
Reviews for three software packages are given. Those packages are: Linear Algebra Computer Companion; Probability and Statistics Demonstrations and Tutorials; and Math Utilities: CURVES, SURFS, AND DIFFS. (PK)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics