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Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching

1987 Volume 6, Number 2

Editors

Gary H. Marks

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Table of Contents

Number of articles: 9

  1. Computer Use in Content Areas in Secondary Schools

    Marc Swadener & Karen Jarrett

    Discusses the results of a survey on the usage of computers in secondary schools. Indicates that the majority of use was by computer classes; more staff development is needed for teachers of non... More

    pp. 12-14

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  2. Constructing True Stereograms on the Macintosh

    Paul S. Boyer

    Describes some of the capabilities of the Apple Macintosh computer in constructing stereo pairs for three-dimensional viewing. Discusses various software packages which can produce the desired... More

    pp. 15-22

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  3. Working with Logo: Do 5th and 6th Graders Develop a Basic Understanding of Angles and Distances?

    Gwendolyn N. Kelly

    Reports on a study designed to further investigate whether structured Logo learning experiences would have a positive influence on student understanding of selected basic geometry concepts. Results... More

    pp. 23-27

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  4. Computer-Administered Versus Written Tests--Advantages and Disadvantages

    P Fletcher & M A. J. Collins

    Reports on a study designed to determine whether or not biology students were being disadvantaged by taking computer tests instead of written paper forms of the same tests. Results indicated that... More

    pp. 38-43

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  5. Computer Modeling of Microbiological Experiments in the Teaching Laboratory: Animation Techniques

    Gerald J. Tritz

    Discusses the use of computer assisted instruction in the medical education program of the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (Missouri). Describes the animation techniques used in a series... More

    pp. 44-48

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  6. The Influence of Computers and Informatics on Mathematics and Its Teaching

    Provides a summary of the report of the International Commission on Mathematical Instruction (ICMI) held March 25-30, 1985, in Strasbourg, France. Deals with the effect of computers on mathematics,... More

    pp. 49-51

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  7. Resistance Probes in the Science Laboratory Part I. The Thermistor Thermometer

    Michael H. Powers

    Describes the functioning of temperature transducers, or thermistors. Discusses the interface connections between thermistors and the game-port of several kinds of microcomputers. Demonstrates how ... More

    pp. 52-57

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  8. Fractions, Lists and Vectors

    Tom Lough & Steve Tipps

    Provides several examples of the use of Logo in working with fractions and manipulating vectors. Includes an exercise which deals with the relationship between the two and several exercises which... More

    pp. 60-63

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  9. Bibliography: Math and Science 1986

    Richard L. Smith

    Provides an annotated bibliography of references which deal with specific topics for educators using computers in the classroom in teaching mathematics and science. Also appropriate for researchers... More

    pp. 68-69

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