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Software Reviews.
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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
Ray Tracing in the Classroom.
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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
Micros and Secondary Math: Lesson Plans, a Directory of Software for Achieving Educational Objectives and Procedures for Evaluating Software.
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
A Review of Selected Microcomputer Software Packages with Lessons for Teaching Mathematics Grades 8-12. Volume 3. A Curriculum Development Project of the Project To Increase Mastery of Mathematics and Science (PIMMS).
Cetorelli, Nancy; And Others – 1989
The purpose of this project is to help teachers of mathematics use the computer to aid the teaching and learning of many mathematical concepts in a meaningful way. To this end, commercially available software packages are described which are versatile, cost effective, and easy to use. A review and several lessons, each including homework…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Reviews, Courseware
A Review of Selected Microcomputer Software Packages with Lessons for Teaching Mathematics Grades 8-12. [Volume 1.] A Curriculum Development Project of the Project To Increase Mastery of Mathematics and Science (PIMMS).
Cetorelli, Nancy; And Others – 1987
The purpose of this project is to help teachers of mathematics use the computer to aid the teaching and learning of many mathematical concepts in a meaningful way. To this end, commercially available software packages are described which are versatile, cost effective, and easy to use. A review and several lessons, each including homework…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Courseware, Equations (Mathematics)
Software Reviews.
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Bitter, Gary G., Ed. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Describes three software packages: (1) "MacMendeleev"--database/graphic display for chemistry, grades 10-12, Macintosh; (2) "Geometry One: Foundations"--geometry tutorial, grades 7-12, IBM; (3) "Mathematics Exploration Toolkit"--algebra and calculus tutorial, grades 8-12, IBM. (MVL)
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, Chemical Nomenclature, Chemistry
The Ten Packages that Should be in Every High School Mathematics Software Library.
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Dickey, Edwin – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Provides a brief description, rationale for selection, and recommendations for use of: "The Geometric Supposer"; "Graphing Equations"; "Electronic Spreadsheet"; "LOGO"; "muMATH"; "The King's Rule"; "Algebra Series"; and "Golf Classic." Lists contents, costs, and…
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Micros and Elementary Math: Lesson Plans, a Directory of Software for Achieving Educational Objectives and Procedures for Evaluating Software.
Lounge, Joseph P.; And Others – 1986
This book is organized in 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…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews