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Peer reviewedLefton, Phyllis – Mathematics Teacher, 1987
Described is a computer program that uses an interesting matrix method to generate Pythagorean triples. Program listings and output for two programs are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Software, Mathematics Instruction, Matrices
Peer reviewedMiller, Bruce Cummings – Library Hi Tech, 1984
A general description of microcomputer-based spreadsheet software capabilities and their usefulness in library management analysis and planning are presented. Five specific spreadsheet models which apply to retrospective conversion cost and scheduling, COM and book catalog costs, and acquistions processing costs are discussed and displayed in…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Display Systems, Library Administration
Peer reviewedFarrell, Ann M. – Ohio Journal of School Mathematics, 1995
Students can learn to make algebra, trigonometry, and geometry work for them by using matrices to rotate figures on the graphics screen of a graphing calculator. Includes a software program, TRNSFORM, for the TI-81 graphing calculator which can draw and rotate a triangle. (MKR)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Software, Geometry, Graphing Calculators
Peer reviewedCaulfield, Michael; And Others – College Mathematics Journal, 1986
The problem of controlling the grizzly bear population at Yellowstone is described. The results are presented in graphical form and discussed. A computer program is included. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Software, Graphs, Higher Education
Skapura, Robert – Media and Methods, 1987
Discusses the use of microcomputers for automating school libraries, both for entire systems and for specific library tasks. Highlights include available library management software, newsletters that evaluate software, constructing an evaluation matrix, steps to consider in library automation, and a brief discussion of computerized card catalogs.…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods, Library Automation
Peer reviewedThomas, David A. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Described is an approach to computational matrix algebra that takes advantage of a high quality, low cost microcomputer software package. The examples and applications discussed focus on matrix multiplication. (Author/CW)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics. Dept. of Mathematics and Computer Science. – 1988
This material on matrices is part of "Introduction to College Mathematics" (ICM), designed to prepare high school students who have students who have completed algebra II for the variety of mathematics they will encounter in college and beyond. The concept goals of this unit are to use matrices to model real-world phenomena, to use matrices as…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, High Schools
Peer reviewedSchaefer, Paul – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Provides a program listing in True BASIC which constructs several kinds of matrices: (1) matrices with integral entries that have inverses that have integral entries; (2) matrices with integral entries that have inverses that are rational numbers with reasonable denominators; and (3) matrices with integral entries and prescribed integer…
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
