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Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching

1988 Volume 7, Number 4

Editors

Gary H. Marks

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Table of Contents

Number of articles: 18

  1. Computer Literacy: Using Spreadsheets in the Elementary and Middle School Math Class

    Joanne Troutner

    Discusses the use of spreadsheets for problem solving in middle and elementary school math classes. Lists six ideas for their use in the classroom. Includes two templates. (MVL) More

    pp. 12-13

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  2. Expert Systems as Cognitive Models for Intelligent Tutors

    Gary L. Randolph

    Evaluates present conditions and recognizes current methodology being used for rule-based systems and schema-based systems, and gives examples of these systems. Lists educational implications of... More

    pp. 16-20

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  3. Computer-Enhanced Instruction in Introductory Biology Courses

    Charles L. Ralph

    Examined is the use of the microcomputer as a tutor, for simulations of experiments, and to provide graphic interpretations of abstract concepts in the college biology setting. Discussed are... More

    pp. 21-22

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  4. First Year Algebra: A Computer Coordinated Curriculum

    Barnabas Hughes

    Explores a year long computer coordinated curriculum for algebra. Discusses the model student and goals of the programs. Lists the curriculum in a weekly format with the topics for each week. (MVL) More

    pp. 23-25

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  5. Computer Applications for Elementary Science Teaching and Learning

    Harold Harty

    Studies the use of computers in elementary schools as reported by principals in a survey. Discusses the survey instrument and its topics. Reports findings on drill and practice, learning new... More

    pp. 26-29

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  6. A Bottom-up Approach to Physics with Logo

    Michael A. Dryden

    Develops a LOGO approach for explaining physics concepts using the microcomputer. Explains the usefulness of LOGO for programing physics problems. Lists several LOGO programs with programing... More

    pp. 30-35

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  7. Matching Mode of CAI to Cognitive Style: An Exploratory Study

    Paul Rowland & Carol L. Stuessy

    Examines the interaction between mode of computer assisted instruction and cognitive style on the understanding of concept relationships and mastery of factual information. Finds learners are more ... More

    pp. 36-40

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  8. Time-on-Task in Computer and Non-Computer Estimation Games

    George W. Bright

    Compares achievement effects and time-on-task generated for computer and non-computer versions of essentially the same game. Notes that students followed different rules for the same game and pace ... More

    pp. 41-46

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  9. An Application of Programming and Mathematics: Writing a Computer Graphing Program

    Bert Waits & Franklin Demana

    Suggests computer graphing as a topic for computer programing. Reviews Apple II computer graphics information and gives suggestions for writing the programs. Presents equations to help place... More

    pp. 47-48

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  10. 'The Monkey and the Hunter' and Other Projectile Motion Experiments with Logo

    George Oleh Kolodiy

    Presents the LOGO computer language as a source to experience and investigate scientific laws. Discusses aspects and uses of LOGO. Lists two LOGO programs, one to simulate a gravitational field and... More

    pp. 49-51

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  11. Computer Assisted Instruction for Equilibrium

    Gifford L. Berry

    Describes two computer assisted tutorials, one on acid ionization constants (Ka), and the other on solubility product constants (Ksp). Discusses framework to be used in writing computer assisted... More

    pp. 60-62

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  12. Conference Abstracts: International Conference on Courseware Design and Evaluation

    William E. Baird

    Abstracts six conference papers from the ISRAEL Association for Computers in Education. Included topics are spreadsheets for problem solving, concept acquisition with microcomputers, numerical... More

    pp. 63-65

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  13. Laboratory Connections: Gas Monitoring Transducers: Relative Humidity Sensors

    Michael H. Powers & Stacey E. Hull

    Explains the operation of five relative humidity sensors: psychrometer, hair hygrometer, resistance hygrometer, capacitance hygrometer, and resistance-capacitance hygrometer. Outlines the theory... More

    pp. 66-69

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  14. Learning with Logo: The Affine Turtle: A Turtle that Can Draw Shadows

    James King

    Explores the production of shadows for drawings using the LOGO computer language and Affine Geometry. Explains the methodology of the shadowing and lists the Affine Turtle procedures. Provides for ... More

    pp. 70-73

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  15. Basic Tools: Program Listing Processor

    Antonio Pizarro

    Presents a program that provides a structured listing of BASIC computer programs in a text file. Indents for-next loops for better appearance and easier understanding. Lists program and provides... More

    pp. 74-75

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  16. Investigating AI with BASIC and Logo: Helping the Computer to Understand INPUTS

    Alan Mandell & Robert Lucking

    Investigates using the microcomputer to develop a sentence parser to simulate intelligent conversation used in artificial intelligence applications. Compares the ability of LOGO and BASIC for this ... More

    pp. 76-80

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  17. Spreadsheet Works: Finding Maximum and Minimum of Functions without Calculus

    V S. Ramamurthi

    Investigates using computer spreadsheets in math classes. Describes current spreadsheets on the market. Summarizes how the spreadsheets work and provides information to build a template to find... More

    pp. 81-83

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  18. Software Reviews

    Richard L. Smith

    Reviews three computer software programs: (1) "Discovery! Experiences with Scientific Reasoning"--problem solving for grades 4-12 (Apple II); (2) "Organic Stereochemistry"--a tutorial for organic... More

    pp. 87-91

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