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Remarks on the Non-Linear Differential Equation the Second Derivative of Theta Plus A Sine Theta Equals 0.
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Fay, Temple H.; O'Neal, Elizabeth A. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1985
The authors draw together a variety of facts concerning a nonlinear differential equation and compare the exact solution with approximate solutions. Then they provide an expository introduction to the elliptic sine function suitable for presentation in undergraduate courses on differential equations. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Functions (Mathematics), Higher Education, Mathematics Instruction
Sharing Teaching Ideas.
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Tunis, Harry B., Ed. – Mathematics Teacher, 1993
Uses a variation of Hansen's surveyor problem to illustrate how exploring students' assumptions can lead to interesting mathematical insights. Describes methods that utilize self-stick notes and overhead transparencies to adapt computer software to specific classroom needs. (MDH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Functions (Mathematics), Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction
The AMATYC Review, Fall 1987, Spring 1988.
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Cohen, Don, Ed. – The AMATYC Review, 1988
Designed as an avenue of communication for mathematics educators concerned with the views, ideas, and experiences of two-year college students and teachers, this journal contains articles on mathematics exposition and education, and regular features that present book and software reviews and math problems. The first of two issues of volume 9…
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Community Colleges, Content Area Writing, Functions (Mathematics)
Understanding Transformations of Periodic Functions through Art.
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Miller, Syrilda – Mathematics Teacher, 2001
Presents an interdisciplinary project for precalculus classes that allows students to increase their understanding of the mathematics of transformations of periodic functions and helps them see mathematics in art. Uses an applet that produces high-quality graphs and real works of art by using combinations of transformations of the sine and cosine…
Descriptors: Art, Calculus, Computer Uses in Education, Functions (Mathematics)
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Mathematics Teacher, 1986
Brief articles are included on exploring mathematical patterns, with two computer programs listed for finding happy numbers; a simple periodic function in trigonometry; and comments on humorous student errors. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Software, Error Patterns, Functions (Mathematics)
A Teacher's Exploration of Personal Computer Animation for the Mathematics Classroom.
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Kaljumagi, Eric A. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1992
Presents the results of a preliminary investigation into the feasibility of teachers constructing their own animations for the mathematics classroom using computer animation tools. Provides examples of animation constructed using "Ani ST" and "Mathematica" programs. Concludes that computer animation has potential to be a…
Descriptors: Algebra, Analytic Geometry, Animation, Computer Graphics
Beyond the Evident Content Goals Part III. An Undercurrent-Enhanced Approach to Trigonometric Identities.
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Dugdale, Sharon – Journal of Mathematical Behavior, 1990
The third in a series of 3 articles, a study of 30 students was conducted to test the effect of restructuring a unit on trigonometric identities around microcomputer activities based on the themes of educational undercurrents identified in Part II. Experimental-group students scored significantly higher relating trigonometric functions to their…
Descriptors: Analytic Geometry, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Discovery Learning