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Peer reviewedThomas, David A.; And Others – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1996
Demonstrates the use of scientific visualization, a computer graphics technology developed to extend the use of our visual system to contexts and problem-solving situations where sight itself is not directly possible or in which normal vision fails to provide adequate opportunity for analysis. (DDR)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Educational Technology
Peer reviewedThomas, David A. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Provides an introduction to the mathematics and art of the complex plane. Includes two computer programs written in GW BASIC to facilitate a reader's initial investigation. Identifies additional software resources. Stresses the appeal to future scientists, mathematicians, and artists. (CW)
Descriptors: Art, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedThomas, David A. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Discusses dimensionality in Euclidean geometry. Presents methods to produce fractals using LOGO. Uses the idea of self-similarity. Included are program listings and suggested extension activities. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education, Fractals
Peer reviewedThomas, David A. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1992
Discusses the use of computer visualization to motivate and support mathematical dialogues. Describes the "Scientific Visualization Software Suite," a set of public domain visualization tools from the National Center for Supercomputing Applications. (Author/MDH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Courseware, Discovery Learning
Peer reviewedThomas, David A. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Described is an approach to computational matrix algebra that takes advantage of a high quality, low cost microcomputer software package. The examples and applications discussed focus on matrix multiplication. (Author/CW)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction


