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ERIC Number: EJ391161
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1989
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The Mathematics of Bouncing Balls.
Martin, Kathleen
School Science and Mathematics, v89 n2 p157-65 Feb 1989
Describes an activity which uses the computer to produce an environment that encourages an inductive reasoning approach to ratio and proportion through a billiard ball simulation. Provides examples of graphs and bouncing ball data. (RT)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Computers, Experiential Learning, Graphs, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics, Microcomputers, Motivation Techniques, Problem Solving, Research Opportunities, Secondary School Science, Student Interests
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Computer Programs
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Language: English
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Identifiers: LOGO Programing Language