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Technology Tips: Investigating Extrema with GeoGebra
Cullen, Craig J.; Hertel, Joshua T.; John, Sheryl
Mathematics Teacher, v107 n1 p68-72 Aug 2013
The NCTM Algebra Standard suggests that students use technology to explore the effects of varying the parameters in y = ax2 + bx + c. This article discusses an extension of this task that incorporates dynamic geometry software to engage students in generating, testing, and proving mathematical conjectures.
Descriptors: Algebra, Academic Standards, Geometry, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Mathematical Applications
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