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Peer reviewedMathias, Malcolm H. – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1988
Recommends an inquiry approach as the most effective use of computers in mathematics. Describes 10 types of computer software and nine applications of computers in mathematics. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
Peer reviewedJournal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Includes a list of favorably reviewed science and mathematics microcomputer software for instructional use in preschool through grade 12. Developed as an aid to educators in locating programs they may want to preview. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedHarvey, John G.; Kenelly, John W. – Mathematics Teacher, 1987
Discusses the use of courseware designed to prepare high school students for the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). Provides a review of six software packages specifically designed for this purpose. Discusses, as an alternative, a non-computer plan for SAT preparation. (TW)
Descriptors: Aptitude Tests, College Entrance Examinations, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews
Peer reviewedMathews, John H. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1989
Described is a computer algebra system that can be used to help students understand the calculus. Provides several examples of solving calculus problems using muMATH. Lists eight references. (YP)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction
Download full textWeaver, Dave; And Others – 1987
This report examines mathematical graphing utilities or function plotters for use in introductory algebra classes of more advanced courses. Each product selected for inclusion in this report is able to construct the graph of a given equation on the screen and serves as a utility which may be used by the student for an open-ended exploration of a…
Descriptors: Algebra, Analytic Geometry, Calculus, Computer Assisted Instruction
Kruse, Ted, Comp. – Classroom Computer Learning, 1987
Provides a list of evaluation services currently producing critical reviews of educational software. Includes information about The Apple K-12 Curriculum Software Reference, The Educational Software Preview, The Educational Software Selector, MicroSIFT, and Only The Best: The Discriminating Guide for Preschool-Grade 12. (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Reviews
