Illustrates two ways of exploring the properties of cubic polynomials. The first exploration uses a Computer Algebra System (CAS) to help students understand an important part of mathematical history, the discovery of an algorithm to find the roots of a cubic equation. The second exploration states some conditions required for a curve and finds a…

Describes a research and development project whose main focus is the use of Computer Algebra Systems (CAS) in mathematics classrooms and the didactical possibilities linked with its use. Focuses on the possibilities and problems of cooperation between theory and practice and between mathematics educators and teachers. (Author/MM)

Reviews examination questions and categorizes them according to their usefulness in a Computer Algebra System (CAS) environment with respect to their significance for testing abilities and skills and from the point of view of using a CAS for their solution. Examination questions are presented as an important didactical tool in teaching…

Examines the ways in which social work educators who are interested in Web technology but not expert in its applications can use the World Wide Web. Current opportunities and challenges in integrating technology into social work education are discussed, and future directions in the use of technology are explored. (EV)

Urges the environmental education community to recognize that the time is ripe for educators to embrace education reform initiatives based on the National Science Education Standards, and the development of promising Internet resources for teaching environmental sciences. (Author/MM)

Describes a new instructional framework, Internet Workshop, designed around three themes reflecting how literacy is changing. Notes that the Internet Workshop consists of an independent reading of information on the Internet around a topic and a location initially designated by the teacher; it concludes with a short workshop session where students…

Examines the impact of educational technology on student performance by reviewing the extent to which classroom computers are oversold and underused. The review concludes that the lack of computer use in teaching, even when computers are present, stems from technology promoters ignoring teachers' motivations, needs, and institutional constraints.…

Discusses pre-college access and use of computers by different groups of students, cross-campus computing initiatives, the potential impact of the present inequities experienced by students of color in the context of cross-campus computing, and recommendations to enhance access to computers and the computer competence of students of color. (EV)

Computer algebra systems have great potential uses, but learning the basic concepts of algebra is itself a mathematical activity. Explores theoretical concepts that may be seen as essential enabling skills for computer algebra systems users. (Author/ASK)

Examined Web sites from randomly selected elementary schools registered on Web66 to determine trends in elementary schools' presence on the World Wide Web from 1996 to 1998. Found that most educators use the Web to display school information. Few use it to increase students' communication skills, motivation toward writing, organizing and…

There are three types of Internet cheaters: unintentional, sneaky, and lazy. Plagiarism is not new, but Internet cheat sites allowing users to cut and paste papers easily from untraceable sources are widespread. Teachers should be aware of cheat sites, demand rewrites, assign unique topics, and teach source documentation. (MLH)

Explains how computers can play a role in school gymnasiums to enhance teacher efficiency, provide telecommunications for teacher networking, offer instructional technology students can use, and assess student physical fitness. Three examples are provided of how K-5, intermediate, and high schools are using computers in physical education. (GR)

Reports on a survey of computer use by 152 college students majoring in elementary education. Concludes that uses included writing papers and conducting research over the internet as well as chatting, playing games, and cruising the Web. (Author/CCM)

Considers the idea of "intentional knowledge" and the difference in nature between "knowledge" as a construct of society, and 'knowing' as construct of an individual. Discusses how the theory of didactical situations differs from other constructivist theories with regard to the notion of "intentional knowledge." Uses two cases to illustrate the…

Answers common questions about the Internet, i.e., what it is, its components, and the definitions of its various features. Questions include what Web pages and browsers are, and the definitions of URLs, ISPs, home pages, search engines, and hyperlinks. (GR)