Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching
2001 Volume 20, Number 1
Editors
Gary H. Marks
Table of Contents
Number of articles: 6
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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