Playing Green Globs on a TI-81.

Owens, John E.

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Publication Date: 1995

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Playing Green Globs on a TI-81.

Owens, John E.

Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, v1 n5 p370-74 Apr-May 1995

Describes how graphing calculators can be used to explore different functions, from linear to higher degree polynomials. "Globs" (circles) are drawn around randomly plotted points on the screen, and students devise functions that pass through as many of these globs as possible. Variations on the game are also mentioned. (DPM)

Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Games, Cooperative Learning, Discovery Learning, Educational Games, Functions (Mathematics), Graphing Calculators, Junior High Schools, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Middle Schools, Polynomials, Secondary Education, Technology

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Language: English

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