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| Computer Programs | 4 |
| Journal Articles | 4 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 3 |
| Guides - Non-Classroom | 1 |
| Reference Materials -… | 1 |
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Wall, Charles R. – InCider, 1987
Discusses some of the myths surrounding grading on the curve. Provides a simple explanation of such statistical terms as histograms, relative frequency, normal distribution, mean, and standard deviation. Describes how to restructure the curve, including the program listing for a computer program that will assist the teacher. (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Data Analysis
Seeds, Michael A. – InCider, 1984
Presents the listing (and documentation) for an arithmetic drill program with color graphics and sound. The program offers simple arithmetic problems illustrated by colorful dinosaurs. A buzzer sounds if an answer is incorrect while a short piece of dinosaur music is heard if an answer is correct. (JN)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Elementary Education
Carlson, Kenneth W. – InCider, 1987
Reviews Apple computer science programs that are useful in a laboratory setting. Includes laboratory simulations, uses of Apple as a functioning lab instrument, and dissection programs. (ML)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
Field, Cynthia E. – InCider, 1987
Reviews software that focuses on writing skills for children aged 2 to 15. Includes information on public domain and commercial programs on learning the alphabet, basic penmanship, sentence structure, and writing book reports and essays. Provides ordering information on the suggested programs. Explains how parents can help. (ML)
Descriptors: Alphabets, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Computer Software Reviews
