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Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching

1987 Volume 6, Number 4

Editors

Gary H. Marks

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Number of articles: 14

  1. Viewpoints: Arguments for a Logo--Pascal Computer Curriculum

    Robert D. Sweetland

    Presented are a discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of teaching programming with several programming languages. Suggestions for language selection are included. Arguments for a Logo-Pascal... More

    pp. 3-6

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  2. Problem Solving Software for Math Classes

    Joanne Troutner

    Described are 10 computer software programs for problem solving related to mathematics. Programs described are: (1) Box Solves Story Problems; (2) Safari Search; (3) Puzzle Tanks; (4) The King's... More

    pp. 11-13

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  3. The Emergence of Computer Technology in School Mathematics: A Comparison of Recommendations

    Roger P. Day

    Reported and compared are recent recommendations regarding the potential for computer technology in school mathematics. These recommendations are also compared to current practice and to earlier... More

    pp. 14-16

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  4. A Student Modifiable LABKIT Program for Courses in the Laboratory Sciences

    William J. Titus

    Described is a series of five related microcomputer-based laboratory analysis programs that are used by students in a college calculus-based physics course. With minor modifications these programs,... More

    pp. 17-21

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  5. Mathematics Skill Screening of Preservice Teachers

    Gary G. Bitter & Allan B. Cameron

    Arizona State University uses the Computer-Administered Mathematics Examination to identify preservice teachers who need mathematics remediation. Reported are the results of the testing of several ... More

    pp. 22-27

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  6. A Nuclear Reactions Primer with Computers

    Carlos I. Calle & Jennifer A. Roach

    Described is a microcomputer software program NUCLEAR REACTIONS designed for college level students and in use at Sweet Briar College (Sweet Briar, VA). The program is written in Microsoft Basic... More

    pp. 28-29

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  7. Incorporation of Monte-Carlo Computer Techniques into Science and Mathematics Education

    Iraj Danesh

    Described is a Monte-Carlo method for modeling physical systems with a computer. Also discussed are ways to incorporate Monte-Carlo simulation techniques for introductory science and mathematics... More

    pp. 30-36

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  8. Can PILOT Help Educators?

    Barbara Rosenfeld

    Described are various forms of Programmed, Inquiry, Learning, or Teaching (PILOT) language and how it can be used to help educators create low-cost high quality computer-assisted instruction.... More

    pp. 37-39

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  9. Student Acquisition of Computer Skills via Statistical Methodology Applications

    Larry J. Stephens & Lana C. Maher

    Described is a statistical methodology course offered at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. The course covers descriptive statistics as well as some procedures for estimating and testing... More

    pp. 45-47

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  10. Microcomputers in Education Conference

    Abstracts of seven selected papers from the 7th Annual Microcomputers in Education Conference are presented. Papers are included on microcomputer-based labs, teaching science with robots,... More

    pp. 53-55

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  11. Resistance Probes in the Science Laboratory Part III. A Potpourri of Probes

    Michael H. Powers

    Resistance probes for the laboratory can be divided into two main categories: (1) those involving direct use of resistance; and (2) those involving an indirect use of resistance. Described are... More

    pp. 56-61

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  12. Matrix Manipulations, Part II

    Tom Lough & Steve Tipps

    Described are procedures for multiplying matrices using Logo. Examples of computer programming are included. (RH) More

    pp. 62-65

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  13. Spreadsheets in the Classroom

    Roger P. Day

    Provided is an annotated bibliography on spreadsheets and the use of spreadsheets for science and mathematics. Each reference includes the following information: (1) author; (2) title of article or... More

    pp. 71-72

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  14. Software Reviews

    Richard L. Smith

    Reviewed are three computer software programs: the Astronomer (astronomy program for middle school students and older); Hands-on-Statistics: Explorations with a Microcomputer (statistics program... More

    pp. 73-78

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