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| Lamb, John Jr. | 1 |
| Lamb, John, Jr. | 1 |
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| Meyer, Ruth A. | 1 |
| Riley, James E. | 1 |
| Smith, Tommy | 1 |
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Peer reviewedLamb, John Jr. – School Science and Mathematics, 1991
An activity that shows how mathematics can be used to model events in the real world is described. A way to calculate the area of the sun covered by the moon during a partial eclipse is presented. A computer program that will determine the coverage percentage is also included. (KR)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Computer Uses in Education, Geometry, Learning Activities
Peer reviewedMeyer, Ruth A.; Riley, James E. – School Science and Mathematics, 1989
Presents a method for using matrix algebra and computers to encode and decode secret messages. Provides examples of coding procedures, a short review of matrix multiplication, and a BASIC program for use with secret messages containing up to 1000 numbers. (RT)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Mathematical Enrichment
Peer reviewedHaigh, William E. – School Science and Mathematics, 1989
Provides examples of such statistical graphs as line, bar, picture and pie. Suggests uses of Logo Turtle Graphics in graph construction. Includes several program procedures for creating designs with the computer. (RT)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education, Computers, Experiential Learning
Peer reviewedLamb, John, Jr. – School Science and Mathematics, 1989
Describes several phenomena in which interesting properties of numbers are demonstrated. Includes discussions of amicable, perfect, and sociable numbers. Presents computer programs for conducting a number chain search. (RT)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics
Peer reviewedMartin, Kathleen – School Science and Mathematics, 1989
Describes an activity which uses the computer to produce an environment that encourages an inductive reasoning approach to ratio and proportion through a billiard ball simulation. Provides examples of graphs and bouncing ball data. (RT)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Computers, Experiential Learning
Peer reviewedBlubaugh, William L. – School Science and Mathematics, 1993
Describes examples of student-centered activities for exploring mathematical induction using BASIC programs or spreadsheets. Discusses the advantages of using this medium to teach the concept and provides computer programs for the activities. (MDH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Discovery Learning, High Schools
Peer reviewedEasterday, Kenneth; Smith, Tommy – School Science and Mathematics, 1992
Proposes an alternative means of approximating the value of complex integrals, the Monte Carlo procedure. Incorporating a discrete approach and probability, an approximation is obtained from the ratio of computer-generated points falling under the curve to the number of points generated in a predetermined rectangle. (MDH)
Descriptors: Calculus, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Enrichment Activities
Peer reviewedLamb, John F., Jr. – School Science and Mathematics, 1990
Described is an activity that incorporates a computer, geometry, algebra, trigonometry, and calculus to answer questions about the planet Mars. A possible crescent of Mars is compared to those of Venus and Mercury. (KR)
Descriptors: Astronomy, College Mathematics, College Science, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedSchool Science and Mathematics, 1987
Includes a list of favorably reviewed microcomputer software designed to be used in instructing students in kindergarten through grade 12. Developed as an aid to educators in previewing software, the list provides the name, type, cost, publisher, and grade level for instructional software in science and mathematics. (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
