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ERIC Number: EJ570888
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1998
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ISSN: ISSN-0731-9258
A Spreadsheet Investigation of Sequences and Series for Middle Grades through Precalculus.
Dugdale, Sharon
Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, v17 n2-3 p203-22 1998
Spreadsheets have become popular tools for exploring mathematical patterns and building conceptual understanding of variables and functional relationships. Presents examples of students' work to illustrate multiple paths of inquiry, generalization, and mathematical reasoning. Supports effective investigation of patterns and functions for students from middle grades through precalculus. Contains 12 references. (Author/ASK)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Concept Formation, Functions (Mathematics), Inquiry, Intermediate Grades, Mathematics Instruction, Secondary Education, Spreadsheets, Thinking Skills
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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