9452356 Angevine Somerset Community College of the University of Kentucky is developing a mobile computer laboratory that can be transported from classroom to classroom. This equipment and the mobility of such computers are providing students in various courses such as calculus, pre-calculus, college algebra, geometry, and mathematics for elementary teachers the hands on experience of using computers in the area of mathematics. Students have an opportunity to experience the vastness of mathematical knowledge and have an in-depth look at mathematics at its best. Students see the changes of graphs at their fingertips, are able to explore problems more easily without the complications of numerical manipulation, and experience the use of the computer in mathematics teaching which is important for students going into the education field.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Undergraduate Education (DUE)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
9452356
Program Officer
Tina H. Straley
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1994-07-01
Budget End
1996-12-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1994
Total Cost
$15,275
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Kentucky
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Lexington
State
KY
Country
United States
Zip Code
40506