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Summers, Tan A. – Popular Computing, 1984
Discusses features essential to good art software or paint systems and provides descriptions of 10 art software packages to illustrate range available to home computer artists--Complete Graphics System, E-Z Draw 3.3, Flying Colors, Graphics Magician, Micro-Painter, Paint, Paint Magic, Paint Master, Poor Man's Graphics Tablet, and Rainbow Graphics.…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Costs, Guidelines
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Reed, Stephen K. – Journal of Educational Psychology, 1985
Four experiments involving 180 undergraduates evaluated the effectiveness of computer graphics in improving estimates for algebra word problems. Variations in the simulation resulted in successful and unsuccessful programs as measured by the frequency with which students improved their estimates. Quality of feedback to students while learning is…
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation
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Edmonds, Geoff – Computer Education, 1984
Discusses the place of descriptive geometry in schools problems of teaching technical graphics to young students. Instructional materials for teaching technical graphics, graphic programs, program development, and the value of school project work are considered. Sample computer-generated drawings are included. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Elementary Education
Classroom Computer Learning, 1984
Presents five activities suitable for middle grades. These include listings for a car race (BASIC) and poetry (Pilot) programs, and activities on graphics without programing, new meanings (related to computers) of old words, and developing a list of historical events. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Elementary Secondary Education
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Huggins, David L.; Myers, Roy E. – CoED, 1983
Describes a simulated computer-aided-graphics (CAD) program at The Pennsylvania State University. Rationale for the program, facilities, microcomputer equipment (Apple) used, and development of a software package for simulating applied engineering graphics are considered. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Engineering Education, Engineering Graphics
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Brandt, Siegmund; Schneider, Hermann – American Journal of Physics, 1976
Describes a computer program that computes field lines and equipotential surfaces for a wide range of field configurations. Presents the mathematical technique and details of the program, the input data, and different modes of graphical representation. (MLH)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Computers
Bernhardt, William; Kress, Michael; Lewental, Mark; Miller, Peter – Association of Small Computer Users in Education (ASCUE), 2004
Reading with a pencil in hand to mark-up a book or article, scribbling questions and notes (along with rude drawings in some cases) in the margins of a committee meeting agenda, marking a student's essay with a red pen--all of these are everyday activities for most faculty. It is hard to say exactly how much of what we do can be defined as reading…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Online Courses, Computer Uses in Education, Teaching Methods
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Peterson, Donald L.; Fuller, Milton E. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1971
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics
Wilson, Stephen – InCider, 1983
Discusses a unique computer application called interactive art. The technique involves a series of events in which individuals/groups interact with sensors and television monitors hooked up to a central microcomputer. Numerous examples are provided to illustrate that individuals need not be passive in their entertainment, art appreciation, or…
Descriptors: Art Appreciation, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs
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Jolls, Kenneth R.; And Others – Chemical Engineering Education, 1983
Computer programs that generate projections of thermodynamic phase surfaces through computer graphics were used to produce diagrams representing properties of water and steam and the pressure-volume-temperature behavior of most of the common equations of state. The program, program options emphasizing thermodynamic features of interest, and…
Descriptors: Chemical Engineering, Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Diagrams
Sorensen, Peter – Technology Illustrated, 1983
Discusses flight simulator use in pilot training. With computer graphics, sound effects, and hydraulic thrust, pilots can learn to fly without leaving the ground. Indicates that air safety has significantly improved since the Federal Aviation Administration approved using simulators, replacing a large portion of training received in actual…
Descriptors: Aerospace Education, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Flight Training
Long, Joseph W. – Microsystems, 1983
GrafTalk is a powerful, easy to use, business-oriented graphics package for producing pie, bar, and line-plot graphs. GrafTalk should run on nearly any CP/M-based system that drives a graphics device through serial/parallel output port. Discusses package installation, structure, documentation, and use, plotting scientific data, and comparison with…
Descriptors: Business, College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Programs
Technological Horizons in Education, 1983
Describes a software package called "Hi-Res Secrets," a programmer utility designed to teach how to create and manipulate block shapes, character graphics animation, character fonts, color fill, and multiple color graphics. Also describes the continuing education course at the University of California (San Diego) in which the package is used. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Course Descriptions, Higher Education
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Magenat-Thalmann, Nadia; And Others – Online Review, 1982
Describes INVIDO (systeme d' INformations VIsuelles a DOmicile), a graphical tool which was designed and implemented for studying user reactions to the various types of graphic information displays used by videotex systems. Sample display illustrations included depict weather forecasts and sports and lottery results. (Author/JL)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Display Systems, Evaluation Methods, Man Machine Systems
Classroom Computer News, 1983
Points out that the secret of successful Logo teaching appears to lie in knowing when to intervene and when not to. Sample programs and instructional sessions are included to illustrate when to intervene without intercepting student discovery. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Elementary Education
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