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Wayrik, John J. – Calculators/Computers Magazine, 1978
Instructions are given for using and programing programable calculators. Several problems and examples are given that include topics such as temperature conversion, estimation, and number operations. (MP)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Course Descriptions, Elementary Education
Wavik, John – Computing Teacher, 1979
Two units of study are given here for teaching elementary school students the use of the programable calculator. Storage registers and the program memory are considered. (MP)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Peer reviewedStraker, Anita – Mathematics in School, 1986
The first aim in school might be to help children become more aware of the algorithmic processes they use; then, ensure that they can devise algorithms and define them. Many examples of how these aims can be met are given, including the use of calculators and computers. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, Computation, Computer Oriented Programs
Peer reviewedWiebe, James H. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989
Discusses the use of calculators to calculate multiple operations. Describes calculating procedures and provides four different types of examples. (YP)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Calculators, Computation, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedBitter, Gary G.; Edwards, Nancy Tanner – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989
Provides two activities. Discusses the use of a computer and a calculator for the activities. Presents BASIC and LOGO program for finding Pythagorean triples. Seven references are listed. (YP)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computation, Computer Uses in Education, Computers
