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Palmaccio, Richard J. – Mathematics Teacher, 1974
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Instruction, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Models
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Boyd, James N. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1982
Details are given of a simple computer program written in BASIC which calculates the sine of an angle through an application of DeMoivre's Theorem. The program is included in the material, and the program's success is discussed in terms of why the approximation works. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, College Mathematics, Computer Programs, Higher Education
Creative Computing, 1979
This reprint of one of the original Project Solo curriculum modules contains five problems and a computer program. (MK)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Computers
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Ocrant, Ian – Mathematics Teacher, 1973
Details are given of a method used by a student in discovering the relationships between the area under the sine curve and the unit circle. Two computer programs for the required calculations are included. (DT)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Discovery Learning, Geometric Concepts, Instruction
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Palmaccio, Richard J. – Mathematics Teacher, 1983
Details of how observers on a moving ship can furnish an accurate report of wind velocity are provided. A method employing vector addition and some trigonometry is covered. Wind velocity is initially indicated through an anemometer and a wind vane. Ships are urged to radio weather data. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Equations (Mathematics), Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Concepts
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Stover, Donald W. – Mathematics Teacher, 1980
Some insights are provided into techniques for removing the mystery of how calculators evaluate functions. (Author/MK)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, Computation, Computer Oriented Programs
Kelly, John C. – Pipeline, 1981
A set of programs, designed to supplement a high school or college course in trigonometry, is described. Student exploration is stressed. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Discovery Learning, Graphs
Dunlap, Mike; And Others – 1974
The two sections found in this publication, "Integrating Computer Literacy With Existing Classes" and "Guide to Computer Augmented Trigonometry," were written by participants in two summer courses at the University of Oregon. The first section addresses the general topic of teaching computer literacy through existing classes,…
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Computers