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Larkin, Kevin – Australian Primary Mathematics Classroom, 2014
Having trouble finding the right app? In this article, Kevin Larkin discusses the difficulties teachers encounter when searching the App Store for high quality, appropriate apps that support students' mathematical learning. Kevin provides a useful link to a collection of over 100 app reviews.
Descriptors: Courseware, Handheld Devices, Appropriate Technology, Educational Quality
Allen, Denise – Teaching Pre K-8, 1994
Reviews five computer software programs for students 3 to 14 years old: (1) The Graph Club (Tom Snyder Productions); (2) Kid Cad (Davidson Associates); (3) Kid Keys (Davidson Associates); (4) Math Ace (Magic Quest); and (5) Busytown (Computer Curriculum Corporation). Prices, supplier addresses, and hardware requirements are provided. (MDM)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews, Early Childhood Education
Haugland, Sue – Day Care & Early Education, 1993
Developmental Software Awards were presented to seven computer programs: (1) Kidpix (Broderbund Software), art; (2) FaceMaker, Golden edition (Queue), creative problem solving; (3) My Words (Hartley Courseware) and Paint with Words (MECC), language; (4) EZ Logo, revised edition (MECC) and Learn about Plants (Create and Worlds), math and science;…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Awards, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation
Boehm, Diann – Writing Notebook: Visions for Learning, 1994
Reviews two software programs: "The Graph Club" which makes learning graphs "magical and exciting"; and "WiggleWorks," an "exciting" reading curriculum on CD-ROM. (SR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary Education, Graphs
Heyboer, Kelly; Mayo, Chace – Teacher Magazine, 1993
Describes 12 computer software programs available for elementary and secondary math and science classes. Programs are selected from an annual guide to the highest rated educational software available. The guide includes title, grade level, category, description, hardware requirements, manufacturer, price, and pros and cons. (SM)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Elementary Secondary Education
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Mathematics and Computer Education, 1987
Presented are reviews of several microcomputer software programs. Included are reviews of: (1) Microstat (Zenith); (2) MathCAD (MathSoft); (3) Discrete Mathematics (True Basic); (4) CALCULUS (True Basic); (5) Linear-Kit (John Wiley); and (6) Geometry Sensei (Broderbund). (RH)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
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Majewski, Mirek – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1997
Ray tracing is a method that allows the creation of photo-realistic images on a computer. This article describes a shareware ray tracing program called PovRay and includes some ideas on how PovRay can be used in teaching and in 3-D geometry, physics, and other high school and university subjects. (Author/AIM)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Geometry
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Kerrigan, John – Teaching Children Mathematics, 2002
Analyzes mathematics software programs to find engaging and easy-to-use software for integration into the elementary school mathematics curriculum. Discusses criteria for judging good software and useful classroom implementation. (KHR)
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Education
Male, Mary – Cooperative Learning, 1989
Suggestions are made for overcoming the problem posed by available mathematics computer software, which is primarily drill and practice and intended for use by one student at a time. Three commercial software programs are reviewed. (JD)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
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Allinger, Glenn D., Ed.; And Others – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989
Reviews six software packages: (1) "Adventures with Charts and Graphs: Project Zoo," dealing with problem solving; (2) "Balancing Bear"; (3) "Baseball Math: Activity Sheet Generator," drilling in basic operations; (4) "Math Mind Puzzlers," producing worksheets; (5) "More Teasers from Tobbs: Fractions…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
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Mathias, Malcolm H. – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1988
Recommends an inquiry approach as the most effective use of computers in mathematics. Describes 10 types of computer software and nine applications of computers in mathematics. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
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Mathematics Teacher, 1988
Provides a thorough review of the software package "MathType, Mathematical Equation Editor." Includes hardware specifications, a description of the program, and evaluative comments. (PK)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Content Area Writing
Lounge, Joseph P.; And Others – 1987
This book contains three major sections. The first section provides 15 lesson plans for the integration of activities involving computer uses in mathematics instruction. Each lesson plan includes grade level, objective, time, materials, important terms, background, suggestions, and activities. The second section provides a list of available math…
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
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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
Allen, Denise – Teaching Pre K-8, 1994
Reviews computer software programs that focus on mathematics skills for students in kindergarten through grade 12, as well as a mathematics activity book that includes a computer software disc for young children. (BB)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
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