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Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching

2001 Volume 20, Number 1

Editors

Gary H. Marks

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Table of Contents

Number of articles: 6

  1. Fundamentals and Modern Technology Working Together

    Charles B. Wakefield, The University of Texas of the Permian Basin, United States

    While there are several excellent computer algebra systems on the market, which can greatly enhance understanding in some cases, this study showed some of the pitfalls of becoming overly ... More

    pp. 5-18

  2. CalMæth: An Interactive Learning System Focussing on the Diagnosis of Mathematical Misconceptions

    Ronald Monson & Kevin Judd, University of Western Australia, Australia

    This article describes the operation of CalMæth, a Web-based tutorial system, which is being used in teaching mathe-matics. The unique feature of CalMæth is that it can provide detailed computer... More

    pp. 19-43

  3. Constructivism in Computer Science Education

    Mordechai Ben-Ari, Weizmann Institute of Science, Israel

    Constructivism is a theory of learning, which claims that stu-dents construct knowledge rather than merely receive and store knowledge transmitted by the teacher. Constructivism has been... More

    pp. 45-73

  4. Development and Formative Evaluation of a Multimedia Program Using Interpretive Research Methodology

    Dorit Maor, Murdoch University

    This article describes how formative evaluation provided by students and teachers interacting with a multimedia program led to the modification of the program design. The program was developed... More

    pp. 75-97

  5. Taking It to the Field: The Authentic Integration of Mathematics and Technology in Inquiry-Based Science Instruction

    David A. Heflich, The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, United States; Juli K. Dixon, The University of Central Florida, United States; Kathleen S. Davis, The University of Massachusetts, United States

    Students' understandings of science are greatly enhanced by exposure to real-world phenomena in field-based settings. Field-based learning provides students with opportunities for using inquiry to ... More

    pp. 99-112

  6. First Year Engineering Students’ Learning of Point of Tangency, Numerical Calculation of Gradients, and the Approximate Value of a Function at a Point through Computers

    Behiye Ubuz, Middle East Technical University, Turkey

    This study investigated whether and how computers in realis-tic classroom settings could influence first year engineering students' learning of calculus. Four groups, including 147 students... More

    pp. 113-137