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Stover, Donald W. – Mathematics Teacher, 1994
Graphs equations in two variables using a BASIC screen-sweep program that generates solutions to equations by applying the intermediate value theorem. Provides suggestions for investigations that result in graphs of a butterfly, the Cheshire cat, the Trisectrix of Catalna, E. T. waving goodbye, a praying mantis, and others. (MDH)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Assisted Instruction, Graphs, High Schools
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Haigh, 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
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Beckmann, Charlene E. – Mathematics Teacher, 1989
Activities for enhancing students' understanding and interpreting of graphical information is provided. Four worksheets and answers are given. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Graphs, Intermediate Grades, Junior High Schools
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Rahn, James R.; Berndes, Barry A. – Mathematics Teacher, 1994
Discusses activities to help students make visual generalizations about power and exponential functions, methods to determine an approximate function represented by data using logarithms, hands-on activities, and student activity sheets. Includes a Pascal Turbo computer program which generates random numbers. (MKR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Exponents (Mathematics), Functions (Mathematics), Graphs
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Day, Roger P. – Mathematics Teacher, 1993
Explores alternative strategies to solve algebraic equations that do not lend themselves to traditional methods. Examines one nontraditional equation by a graphical approach using a graphing utility and by a numerical approach using spreadsheets. Discusses new basic skills for algebra utilizing technology. Provides a computer program to solve…
Descriptors: Algebra, Equations (Mathematics), Graphs, High Schools
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Inc., Reston, VA. – 1988
This publication is composed of documentation material and a user's guide for the software used in this course. The materials in this book are extracted from an introductory college mathematics course designed to prepare high school students who have completed Algebra 2 for the variety of mathematics courses encountered in college. The principal…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
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Ramamurthi, V. S. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Explains graphing functions when using LOTUS 1-2-3. Provides examples and explains keystroke entries needed to make the graphs. Notes up to six functions can be displayed on the same set of axes. (MVL)
Descriptors: Calculus, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
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Nievergelt, Yves – College Mathematics Journal, 1991
Presented are exercises that demonstrate the application of standard concepts in the design of algorithms for plotting certain fractals. The exercises can be used in any course that explains the concepts of bounded or unbounded planar sets and may serve as an application in a course on complex analysis. (KR)
Descriptors: Chaos Theory, College Mathematics, Fractals, Graphing Calculators
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Minch, Bradley A. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Presents an easy-to-use Applesoft BASIC program that graphs rational functions and any asymptotes that the functions might have. Discusses the nature of rational functions, graphing them manually, employing a computer to graph rational functions, and describes how the program works. (TW)
Descriptors: Analytic Geometry, Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Kemp, Jean A. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
States the objectives and implementation procedures for this teacher-directed or individualized learning discovery unit. Describes the value of the program and additional activities that can be included. Shows a copy of the program. (RT)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Uses in Education, Decision Making, Discovery Learning
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Bloom, Lynette M.; And Others – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1987
Presents several ways that the microcomputer can be used as an aid in teaching various topics in calculus, including graphing functions, solving equations, finding limits and derivatives, and solving optimization problems. Emphasizes the use of computer software that tends to maximize the potential of computer graphics in mathematics instruction.…
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics