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50 Years of ERIC
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Abelson, Harold – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1976
Arguing that computers can be used to improve not only the delivery of undergraduate mathematics courses, but also their content, the author discusses several broad areas in which computers might improve the undergraduate curriculum. (SD)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Course Content
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Kapur, J. N. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1976
Relationships between mathematical and humanistic cultures and the development of mathematical concepts are presented. The author suggests that courses highlighting the history and relevance of mathematics be developed; possible instructional resources are listed. (SD)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Curriculum, Higher Education, History
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Bishop, W. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1976
The merits of having students interact with the computer rather than use canned programs to solve problems are discussed. Examples are provided. (SD)
Descriptors: Algorithms, College Mathematics, Computer Oriented Programs, Higher Education
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Fischler, R. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1976
A college mathematics course designed specifically for architecture students is described. The course covers many topics and includes discussions of the role of the mathematics in diverse areas of art and science. (SD)
Descriptors: Architectural Education, College Mathematics, Curriculum, Design
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Anderson, O. D. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1976
The author argues that a new approach to the teaching of statistics to bright students training for administrative careers is needed. (SD)
Descriptors: Administrator Education, College Mathematics, Higher Education, Instruction
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White, A. M. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1976
A calculus course was designed to give students an appreciation of mathematics as a social process rather than a set of techniques. Group activities, problem solving sessions, and a new approach to testing were used. (SD)
Descriptors: Calculus, Class Attitudes, College Mathematics, Group Activities
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Siu, Man-Keung – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1977
Reasons are cited for including a course in mathematics for liberal arts majors. Objectives of the course and course content are discussed. (DT)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Course Descriptions, Curriculum, Higher Education
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McEntee, Edward F. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1977
An alternative approach to the basic concepts of measures of central location and dispersion is described. (DT)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Curriculum, Higher Education, Instruction
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Maor, Eli – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1977
A geometric method for constructing one infinite geometric series is described. The unit of the sum of the series is analyzed, and the behavior of the sum near two points is studied. (DT)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Higher Education
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Anderson, O. D. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1977
A short course in probability and statistics for administrators and managers is described. Topics covered in one of the lecture sessions are discussed. (DT)
Descriptors: Business Education, College Mathematics, Course Descriptions, Curriculum
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Turner, J. C. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1976
A classification of statistics courses in presented, with main categories of "course type,""methods of presentation,""objectives," and "syllabus." Examples and suggestions for uses of the classification are given. (DT)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Curriculum, Higher Education, Instruction
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Bajpai, S. D. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1976
A case is argued for developing patterns of mathematical thinking from those found in life. (DT)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Instruction, Mathematics, Mathematics Education
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Elliott, Portia C. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1976
Reasons are given for including computer programming in an elementary mathematics methods course. A model for a teacher training course is described in general and applied to lessons in programming. (DT)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Course Descriptions, Curriculum
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Harper, Eon – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1976
Classical, formal, and intuitive mathematical proofs are discussed in relation to secondary school mathematics instruction. (DT)
Descriptors: Deduction, Instruction, Mathematics Education, Secondary Education
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Hooper, Richard – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1976
This article discusses the pros and cons of CAI (computer assisted instruction) as compared to "computer as laboratory" (simulation, modelling, problem-solving, calculation, data bases). (DT)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education
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