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Utilizing the Spreadsheet and Charting Capabilities of Microsoft Works in the Mathematics Classroom.

Wood, Judith Body – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Presented are ideas for the utilization of Microsoft Works in the secondary mathematics classroom. The spreadsheet and graphing capabilities of this software package are demonstrated for several topics including the concept of slope for first year algebra, and creating and interpreting graphs for a general mathematics class. (Author/CW)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computation, Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education

Orton, Robert E. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Described is a short program for teaching and learning about geometric transformations. The integration of geometry problem solving and BASIC programing is discussed. Applications of computer graphics are illustrated. (CW)
Descriptors: Computation, Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology

DiFazio, Martha Hunt – Mathematics Teacher, 1990
Suggested are features which should be considered before selecting a specific interactive graphics package. Features that allow for accurate estimates of roots of functions and solutions to systems of equations are illustrated. Six graphics packages are compared including display, tabular options, misleading graphics, printing options, functions…
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Computation, Computer Graphics