Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching
1986 Volume 5, Number 4
Editors
Gary H. Marks
Table of Contents
Number of articles: 11
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What is the Role of Mathematics Education in the Computer Age?
Jerome A. Popp
Proposes that the role of mathematics education be re-examined in terms of an increased emphasis on mathematical knowledge rather than attainment of calculational speed. Offers perspectives on the ... More
pp. 2-5
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Intelligent Tutoring Systems in Science Education: The Coming Generation of Computer-Based Instructional Programs
Leopold E. Klopfer
Surveys the present status of science instructional software in the United States. Describes project efforts at the University of Pittsburgh on the development of intelligent tutoring systems (ITS)... More
pp. 16-32
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A Model for the Development of Computer In-Service Education Programs
Tom Potter
Presents an approach for the improvement of teacher performance through in-service programs related to computer science education. Identifies what teachers need to know about computers and offers a... More
pp. 33-36
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Minimum Computer Knowledge for Elementary Principals
Gregory C. Coffin
Contends that elementary principals must be computer literate to be effective instructional leaders. Points out that principals should be familiar with computer hardware, software, computer... More
pp. 37-39
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An Investigative Study of Possible Effects of Programming Instruction on Math Anxiety and Teacher Attitudes toward CAI
Barbara R. Signer
Reports on a study that was designed to investigate possible effects of inservice instruction (BASIC and LOGO/PILOT) on teachers' mathematical anxiety. Results indicated that teachers enrolled in... More
pp. 40-43
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MATRIX.TURTLE--Linear Algebra in the Logo Environment
Gerald Brazier & Will Watkins
Points out the benefits of students using LOGO with problems dealing with vectors and matrices. Provides examples of performing linear algebraic computations in LOGO. (ML) More
pp. 44-45
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The DYNAMO Simulation Language--An Alternate Approach to Computer Science Education
Richard Bronson
Suggests the use of computer simulation of continuous systems as a problem solving approach to computer languages. Outlines the procedures that the system dynamics approach employs in computer... More
pp. 46-51
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Interactive Mouse-Driven Animation of Mathematical Processes
Newcomb Greenleaf
Provides examples from elementary mathematics principles which illustrate some of the advantages of an interactive mouse-driven animation. Explains the effectiveness of this approach with exercises... More
pp. 52-53
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Conference Abstracts: NECC '86
William E. Baird
Contains six abstracts of papers from the National Educational Computing Conference of 1986. Topics of the papers focus on the effects of teacher involvement, computer programs in applied... More
pp. 63-64
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Bibliography
Karen Doyle Walton
Provides an annotated list of references for educators on using computers in the classroom and for researchers in gathering background materials for the preparation of articles, grant proposals,... More
pp. 71-72
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Software Reviews
Richard L. Smith
Reviews three software programs: "Fraction Fuel-Up"; "Explorations in Chemistry"; and "Locus." Includes information on: instructional orientation, educational level, systems package, publisher,... More
pp. 73-79