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Rich, Kathryn M. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 2021
This paper reviews 10 years of research on virtual manipulatives (VMs) in K-5 mathematics education with a focus on moving beyond generalized conclusions that VMs can support learning to better understanding how and when they support learning. Synthesis of fifteen articles that met the inclusion criteria revealed researchers are beginning to…
Descriptors: Manipulative Materials, Elementary School Mathematics, Educational Research, Context Effect
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Steele, Marcee M.; Steele, John W. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1999
Many students with learning difficulties have trouble solving mathematical word problems. Presents DISCOVER, an intelligent tutoring system that teaches students this task with less failure and frustration. Features a review of literature on word problem instruction, an explanation of intelligent tutoring systems, and a description of DISCOVER.…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Intelligent Tutoring Systems, Learning Problems
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Ellis, James D. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Several models for preparing preservice and inservice teachers to use microcomputers in science teaching are described. A summary of research on the topic is included. A list of competencies needed by teachers to use microcomputers in teaching is provided. Recommendations for implementing computers in teacher education are suggested. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Inservice Teacher Education, Preservice Teacher Education
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Scanlan, David; Clark, Leisa – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Studies whether students' stated preferences for flowcharts or pseudocodes match their actual behaviors. Provides a review of the literature on flowchart utility. Reports that students preferred flowcharts to pseudocodes. Lists an example of both a flowchart and pseudocode. (MVL)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Charts, College Mathematics, Computer Science Education
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Helgeson, Stanley L.; Kumar, David D. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1993
Reviews emerging applications of microcomputers and hypermedia to assessment. Use consists mainly of computerized test administration of multiple-choice tests drawn from item banks. Significant advantages are possible in several areas including immediate feedback to students, formative evaluation with remediation possibilities, and monitoring…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Research, Educational Technology
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Smith, Eric E.; Lehman, James D. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Describes the three levels of interactive video and what is known about its instructional effectiveness. Lists 33 videodiscs available for science education. Discusses the uses of interactive video in science teaching. (MVL)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education
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Blubaugh, William L., Ed. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Reviewed are 11 studies reported in Dissertation Abstracts International for Social Sciences in 1989. Topics include problem solving, mathematics education, LOGO computer language, implementation of instructional computing, algebra, effects of differential grouping on learning science skills, simulations, and graphing as they relate to the use of…
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education