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Kolar-Begovic, Zdenka, Ed.; Kolar-Šuper, Ružica, Ed.; Ðurdevic Babic, Ivana, Ed. – Online Submission, 2015
This monograph offers an overview of the current research work carried out in Croatia and the surrounding countries, and specifically an interesting insight in teaching and learning issues in these countries. The authors discuss the need of the general population for becoming good problem-solvers in society of today, which is characterised by…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Mathematics Education, Problem Solving, Teaching Methods
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Butler, Gene; And Others – Science Teacher, 1996
Describes a project where students download seismological data from the Internet and use the data to plot earthquakes on a world map. Combines elements of geography, mathematics, and science. (JRH)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Earthquakes, Geography, Interdisciplinary Approach
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Kapa, Esther – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 2001
Reports on the design and study of a new computerized environment enabling a variety of metacognitive supports in different phases of the problem-solving process and designed to influence students' metacognition during word problem-solving. Results indicate that learning environments that provide metacognitive support during the solution process…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Uses in Education, Grade 8, Innovation
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Dede, Chris – Journal of Curriculum Studies, 2000
Focuses on projects funded by the National Science Foundation that illustrate the potential of computers and telecommunications to convey higher-order skills and knowledge. Discusses two projects, ScienceWare and Learning though Collaborative Visualization, as examples of knowledge-networking. Describes three other projects that are centered on…
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development, Mathematics
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Lough, Tom; Tipps, Steve – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Described are procedures for multiplying matrices using Logo. Examples of computer programming are included. (RH)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Higher Education
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Sharma, Martha – Journal of Geography, 2000
Presents a lesson for high school students in which they collect and analyze data using questions from the actual Census 2000 long form and then participate in a simulation of a local planning council meeting to consider the short- and long-term community needs. Includes the Census 2000 long form. (CMK)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Demography
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Walton, Karen Doyle – Mathematics Teacher, 1990
Discusses the use of the mathematics classroom for discovering the relationship among computers, mathematics, and real-world problems. Provides three probability problems and compares the results of three methods, actual trial, computer simulation, and mathematical solution. (YP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Higher Education
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Lindeman, Cheryl A., Bishop, S. William – Science Teacher, 1997
Describes a seminar where students explore emerging technologies through a series of labs that help boost their technical skills and their confidence in using and managing technology. Discusses charting the course, laboratory logistics, technology tips, and benefits. (JRH)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education, Mathematics
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Mathews, John H. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Illustrates how muMATH can be used for manipulating abstract differentiation rules, optimization, implicit differentiation, related rules, and verifying the chain rule. (MVL)
Descriptors: Calculus, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
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Demana, Franklin; Waits, Bert K. – Mathematics Teacher, 1990
Discussed are assumptions about technology and classroom equipment, teaching methods, getting started, pitfalls, and the role of algebra and calculus. Suggestions are given for implementing the spirit and vision of the standards. (YP)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Graphing Calculators
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Natsoulas, Anthula – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Gives definitions of taxicab geometry and the MacDraw format for graphing. In the world of taxicab geometry, movement through the plane is along horizontal and vertical paths. Describes specific application to conic sections, including circle, ellipse, parabola, and hyperbola. Lists five references. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education, Geometric Concepts, Geometric Constructions
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Smith, Michael – Mathematics in School, 1990
Presents several examples of the iteration method using computer spreadsheets. Examples included are simple iterative sequences and the solution of equations using the Newton-Raphson formula, linear interpolation, and interval bisection. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education, Equations (Mathematics)
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Bollinger, Galen – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Presented are some current facts about symbol manipulators and their relation to high school mathematics. The development of computer algebra systems is discussed. Five areas of computer algebra needing investigation (skill proficiency, understanding, curriculum content, student homework, and equity) are identified. (MVL)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
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Godlewski, James B. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Describes a study to determine if a school district implementing an unfamiliar curricular change completed the same tasks as those using a model developed by Bishop. Reports that the district was more task oriented when confronted with an unfamiliar curricular change than previously reported. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development, Educational Development
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Ronau, Robert N.; Battista, Michael T. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Reports on diagnostic testing of eighth grade students' performance using two different methods. Concludes that the computer version was significantly more difficult than the other. Suggests that students may perform mathematics differently due to the characteristics of the mediums used. (RT)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Diagnostic Teaching, Diagnostic Tests
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