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The Probability of Winning in McDonald's Star Raiders Contest.
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Ridenhour, Jim R.; Woodward, Ernest – Mathematics Teacher, 1984
The probability of winning the contest was analyzed, with the mathematical solution and a computer simulation given. A flowchart and computer program are both included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Simulation, Flow Charts, Games
On the Road to Jerusalem: A Computer-Assisted Simulation Game for Religious Education.
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Martin, Allan; Smyth, I. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1987
Describes a computer simulation game and database package, "Palestine in the First Century," developed for upper primary and secondary school religious education in Scotland and designed for use on a microcomputer with a printer. The effect of this type of software on the role of teachers and students is considered. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Courseware, Databases
Teaching Mathematics with Technology: Common Multiples: Activities on and off the Computer.
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Jensen, Robert J. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1987
Two alternative representations for the concept of common multiples are presented. These representations can be modeled on or off the computer. (PK)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Courseware
A Computer-Assisted Oil Exploration and Production Game.
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Nichols, Gary John – Journal of Geological Education, 1987
Describes a computer-assisted oil exploration and production game for students involved in a short course in petroleum geology. Outlines the game and its procedures, and provides sample structure maps generated by the computer in the course of playing the game. (TW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation