International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology
1999 Volume 30, Number 4
Table of Contents
Number of articles: 5
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Simulations on Spreadsheets for Complex Concepts: Teaching Statistical Power as an Example
Thomas R. Black
Describes the use of spreadsheets as an alternative means of teaching complex mathematical concepts through simulation using the topic of the statistical power of tests as an example. Through the... More
pp. 473-81
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The Use Of Computer Algebra Software in Teaching Intermediate and College Algebra
Larry J. Stephens & John Konvalina
Compares two groups of students in an intermediate algebra course and two groups of students in a college algebra course with regard to the use/non-use of computer algebra software in the courses. ... More
pp. 483-88
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The Impact of the Graphics Calculator on the Assessment of Calculus and Modelling
Malcolm Anderson, Lyn Bloom, Ute Mueller & Pender Pedler
Considers some changes that the use of graphics calculators impose on the assessment of calculus and mathematical modeling at the undergraduate level. Suggests some of the ways in which the... More
pp. 489-98
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Essential Mathematical Skills for Undergraduate Students (in Applied Mathematics, Science and Engineering)
Stephen Davis & Steven Ian Barry
Describes a scheme for testing and assisting students with the mathematical skills essential for math courses. Discusses the aims and philosophy of the scheme and describes the logistics of running... More
pp. 499-512
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Geometrical Solutions of Quadratic Equations
A S. Grewal & L Godloza
Demonstrates that the equation of a circle (x-h)2 + (y-k)2 = r2 with center (h; k) and radius r reduces to a quadratic equation x2-2xh + (h2 + k2 -r2) = O at the intersection with the x-axis.... More
pp. 573-79
