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Gray, Peter J. – 1985
In this brief guide, the use of microcomputer spreadsheet programs is discussed. Key characteristics are described, with examples of what these programs can do: calculations, recalculation, table lookup, data storage, logical decisions, and simple graphics. Advanced spreadsheet features are noted--consolidation, sort, and execute. Finally,…
Descriptors: Computation, Computer Software, Microcomputers, Reference Materials
Carlisle, Earnest – 1986
A procedure is described that enables students to perform operations on fractions with a calculator, expressing the answer as a fraction. Patterns using paper-and-pencil procedures for each operation with fractions are presented. A microcomputer software program illustrates how the answer can be found using integer values of the numerators and…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, Computation, Computer Software
Wozny, Lucy – 1984
This overview of a specific spreadsheet, Microsoft's Multiplan for the Apple Macintosh microcomputer, emphasizes specific features that are important to the academic community, including the mathematical functions of algebra, trigonometry, and statistical analysis. Additional features are summarized, including data formats for both numerical and…
Descriptors: College Faculty, Computation, Computer Software, Databases
Shalvoy, Mary Lee – Electronic Learning, 1985
Describes range of options and features in gradebook programs and reviews most popular and readily available software for organizing, calculating, and updating grades: Master Grades, EA Gradebook, Gradeaid, Grader, Graphic Gradebook, Classic Plus Gradekeeping System, Records, Gradecalc, Grade Master, Report Card, Electronic Gradebook for…
Descriptors: Attendance Records, Computation, Computer Graphics, Computer Software
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Fuson, Karen C.; Brinko, Kathleen T. – Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, 1985
For six weeks, pupils in grades two, three, and four used either flash cards or a microcomputer program to practice basic subtraction and division facts. Equivalent learning resulted. (MNS)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Computation, Computer Software, Drills (Practice)
Robinson, Derek; Bowman, Adrian – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1990
Discusses the use of computer-illustrated texts to teach statistics at the college level. Microcomputer-based software that can be used in the areas of calculation, graphics, simulation, animation, and text presentation is described; and use of the software for lectures, laboratory use, and tutorials is discussed. (three references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation
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O'Brien, James F. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1989
Describes laboratory-oriented software programs that are short, time-saving, eliminate computational errors, and not found in public domain courseware. Program availability for IBM and Apple microcomputers is included. (RT)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computation, Computer Software
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Christmann, Edwin P.; Badgett, John L. – Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 1997
A study compared the effects of microcomputer-based software and hand-held calculators on the statistics achievement of 50 graduate students. Results showed no significant difference between computer and calculator groups or between genders but did show an interaction effect. Males using microcomputers outperformed 82% of females using…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Calculators, College Instruction, Computation
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Batt, Russell H., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1990
Described is how spreadsheet and problem solver microcomputer programs may assist students in performing mathematical calculations. Discussed is the application of the equation solver "MathCAD" to various areas in the undergraduate curriculum. (KR)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction