Green globs and graphing equations
Grades: 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
ENC#: ENC-013633
Edition: Windows version 2.3.
Publisher: Sunburst Communications
Date: 1997
Ordering Information
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Subjects:
 | Mathematics
Algebra. Conics. Equations. Graphing. Linear equations. Quadratic equations. |
Resource Type:
Games; Lessons and activities; Teacher guides.
Abstract:
This computer software program and teacher's guide, appropriate for grades 6 to adult, focus on the relationship between equations and their graphs. The program has four sections, the first of which is a program that plots the graphs of entered equations. In another section, graphs of certain types (line, parabola, circle, ellipse, hyperbola) are displayed and students enter equations that match the graphs. There are also two games. In one game, Green Globs, thirteen green dots are randomly placed on a grid and students try to enter equations that pass through as many green globs as possible. In the other game, graphs are hidden on a grid and students determine the equations of the hidden graphs by using horizontal and vertical lines to find the location of the graphs. Each point where the line crosses the hidden graph is marked on the screen. After locating the graph, students enter its equation. The program description for each section, ideas for classroom use, and student materials are given in the teacher's guide. Step-by-step instructions for installation and information on courseware are also provided. (Author/VN/JRS)
Table of Contents:
[Software programs:]
Equation grapher
Green globs
Linear & quadratic graphs
Tracker
[Teacher's guide:]
Introduction
Brief program descriptions
Suggested uses
Order of use
Time requirements
The teacher's role
The student's role
Getting started
A special note: For users upgrading from the DOS version
Installing Green globs & Graphing equations
Teacher instructions
How to write equations
Equation grapher
Overview
Equation grapher menu items
Graphing display features and buttons
Ideas for classroom use
Worksheets for students
Linear and quadratic graphs
Overview
Linear and quadratic menu items
Graphing display features and buttons
Ideas for classroom use
Worksheets for students
Green globs
Overview
Green globs menu items
Graphing display features and buttons
Ideas for classroom use
Worksheets for students
Tracker
Overview
Tracker menu items
Graphing display features and buttons
Ideas for classroom use
Worksheets for students
Teacher options
Overview
Record files
Teacher options menu items
Editing record games
Change the title of this records file
Change the password of this records file
Change sound settings
Menu items for multiple records file
More than one records file
Tips for using Green globs & Graphing equations on a network
Software replacement request form
Pricing Information:
 | Description: 1 software package (Windows) | Cost: $109.95 | Note: Lab packs and site licenses are available. Contact the publisher for more information. | |
Publisher:
Sunburst Communications Contributor(s):
| Authors: David Kibbey; Sharon Dugdale. |
Funding Agency:
National Science Foundation (NSF). Equipment:
Windows--IBM or PC; Windows 3.1 or higher; 3.5 in. disk drive; color monitor. Specifications:
1 computer disk (Windows : color, sound ; 3.5 in.)
1 teacher's guide (85 pages, loose-leaf : illustrated ; 28 cm.)
Record Created: 12/30/1998 Last Modified: 04/13/2005
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