Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching
1988 Volume 7, Number 4
Editors
Gary H. Marks
Table of Contents
Number of articles: 18
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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'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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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