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ERIC Number: EJ351288
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1987
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Pathfinder: A Microcomputer Experience in Interpreting Graphs.
Dugdale, Sharon
Journal of Educational Technology Systems, v15 n3 p259-80 1986-87
Describes Pathfinder, a microcomputer software package designed to improve students' understanding and skills in interpreting graphs of physical phenomena which was tested in high school math classes. Differences in strategies between various ability levels are reported, and student interactions based on observations and interviews are discussed. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Aptitude Treatment Interaction, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Formative Evaluation, Graphs, Interaction, Interpretive Skills, Interviews, Microcomputers, Observation, Problem Solving, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics, Student Developed Materials, Student Improvement
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Audience: Researchers
Language: English
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Identifiers: Physical Properties; Software Design