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Billings, Karen; Moursund, David – Calculators/Computers Magazine, 1978
The first part in the serialized version of a book on the use of calculators for problem solving is presented. It contains prefaces for teachers and students and a chapter on getting started which includes topics such as symmetries, operations, powers, and chaining. (MP)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Materials
Billings, Karen; Moursund, David – Calculators/Computers Magazine, 1978
Chapter two of the book, "Problem Solving with Calculators,"is presented. Topics covered include parts of a problem, steps in problem solving, guessing, and methods of calculation. (MP)
Descriptors: Activity Units, Calculators, Computation, Instruction
Moursund, David – Computing Teacher, 1979
This essay discusses the possible types of uses of calculators in the elementary school, citing several publications, articles, and research studies. (MP)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Educational Change, Elementary Education
Download full textEast, Philip; Moursund, David – 1979
A review of the literature on the use of calculators and computers in instruction is presented. Topics covered include: (1) statements of goals for the instructional use of calculators and computers; (2) position statements; (3) computer manpower supply and demand; (4) a technical overview; (5) calculators in elementary schools; (6) computers in…
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Computer Science Education, Computers
