Title :
Utilizing the symbolic capabilities of a computer algebra system
Author :
Maron, Melvin J. ; Ralston, Patricia A. ; Tyler, Larry D.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Eng. Math. & Comput. Sci., Louisville Univ., KY, USA
Abstract :
The paper identifies several ways to exploit the “symbol crunching” capabilities of a computer algebra system to enhance learning in an interactive setting, namely: as a source of general formulas; to help recognize patterns and deduce general formulas; to demonstrate mathematical rules via rapid repetition; and to present straightforward, easily-understood symbolic derivations. Illustrative examples are given using Maple V, but can be adapted to any computer algebra system
Keywords :
engineering computing; engineering education; mathematics computing; symbol manipulation; Maple V; computer algebra system; general formulas; interactive setting; learning; mathematical rules; pattern recognition; rapid repetition; symbol crunching capabilities; symbolic derivations; Algebra; Colon; Computer science; Content addressable storage; Displays; Electronic publishing; Image analysis; Mathematics; Pattern recognition; Typesetting;
Conference_Titel :
Frontiers in Education Conference, 1996. FIE '96. 26th Annual Conference., Proceedings of
Conference_Location :
Salt Lake City, UT
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-3348-9
DOI :
10.1109/FIE.1996.567776
