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'The Monkey and the Hunter' and Other Projectile Motion Experiments with Logo.
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Kolodiy, George Oleh – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Presents the LOGO computer language as a source to experience and investigate scientific laws. Discusses aspects and uses of LOGO. Lists two LOGO programs, one to simulate a gravitational field and the other projectile motion. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Instructional Materials, Mechanics (Physics)
Projectile Motion with the Turtle.
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Kolodiy, George Oleh – Physics Teacher, 1988
Describes experiences with turtle graphics to demonstrate motion in a constant gravitational field. Provides the computer program and typical diagrams. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software
A Graphical CAL Program for Fourier Series.
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McKenzie, J. – Physics Education, 1982
A computer program, making use of interactive computer graphics, has been developed to help students become fluent in the mathematical procedures needed to understand concepts of addition of waves. Background theory, use of the program, and technical and educational features of the program (written in Fortran) are discussed. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs
Learning with Logo: The Chaotic Turtle, Part I.
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Lough, Tom; Tipps, Steve – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Discusses chaotic behavior (movement) in a nonlinear system using LOGO programs. Presents several examples with program listings. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chaos Theory, College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs