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Peer reviewedClements, Douglas H.; Battista, Michael T. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1994
Reviews research describing computer functions of construction-oriented computer environments and evaluates their contributions to students' learning of geometry. Topics discussed include constructing geometric concepts; the use of LOGO in elementary school mathematics; software that focuses on geometric construction; and implications for the…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer System Design, Courseware, Elementary School Mathematics
Peer reviewedSarama, Julie; Clements, Douglas H. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2002
Describes the design principles behind a set of research-based software microworlds included in the "Building Blocks" program, a pre-kindergarten to grade 2 software-based mathematics curriculum. Discusses how to help children extend and mathematize their everyday activities and presents the nine-step design process model used.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Courseware, Design Requirements
Peer reviewedSteffe, Leslie P.; Olive, John – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2002
Explains TIMA (Tools for Interactive Mathematical Activity), that were designed to provide elementary schools children with contexts in which they could enact mathematical operations. Discusses differences from drill and practice software; provides examples of how the TIMA were used by children to engage in cognitive play; and emphasizes the…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Courseware, Drills (Practice)
Peer reviewedRoss, John A.; Hogaboam-Gray, Anne; McDougall, Douglas; Bruce, Cathy – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2002
This case study of three primary grade teachers investigated how access to computers and math teaching software influenced mathematics education reform. Discusses technology as a strategy for reducing barriers to implementation and reports results that showed technology's impact on helping teachers expand the scope of their programs and promoting…
Descriptors: Access to Computers, Case Studies, Courseware, Educational Change
