The problem addressed in this study was that teachers underestimate the benefits of technology usage in grade nine Algebra mathematics classrooms. The purpose of this quantitative quasi-experimental study was to examine how the use of a supplemental digital mathematics tool affected achievement scores among grade nine Algebra mathematics students…

The planning for the evaluation of achievement and attitudes in Programmed Logic for Automatic Operations (PLATO) elementary school reading and math programs is discussed. To measure the achievement of the students in the program, standardized tests will be used along with special tests custom-tailored to the PLATO reading and math programs.…

The potential of using calculators and microcomputers successfully with exceptional children is addressed. This document features specific devices and models when referring to applications of calculators in the classroom. For the exceptional or handicapped student, calculators are viewed as the "least restrictive" learning device; which are…

Cooperation between the Appalachia Educational Laboratory, International Business Machines, and the Computer Assisted Instruction Laboratory of the Pennsylvania State University led to an attempt to provide inservice education in modern mathematics for elementary school teachers throughout Appalachia and other areas which are geographically…

Compares achievement effects and time-on-task generated for computer and non-computer versions of essentially the same game. Notes that students followed different rules for the same game and pace was faster for computer versions. Reports transfer of instruction may not be complete. (MVL)