Math Assistive Technology Resources
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Access to Math
Source: Don Johnston, Inc. 800-999-4660
Compatibility/Requirements: Macintosh LC II or higher, System 7, 8 MB RAM, 256-color monitor
Ages: Grades 7 -12
Price: $79.00
Description: This is a talking worksheet program that is two products in one. For teachers it makes worksheets in a snap. For students with disabilities it provides individualized on-screen lessons that contribute to success for all. It increases computation skills and targets specific problem areas. A multisensory approach with large numbers, choice of text and background colors, talking numbers and speech feedback make Access to Math helpful to students with visual difficulties.
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ALGE-BLASTER 3 (CD)
Source: Educational Resources 800-624-2926
Compatibility/Requirements: Macintosh or Windows
Ages: Grades 7 and up
Price: $39.95
Description: Alge-Blaster helps pre-algebra and algebra students understand the algebraic process, master the basic steps in solving equations, learn to translate word problems into algebraic expressions, and practice graphing skills. This CD includes a step-by-step interactive tutorial, an easy-to-use editor, and a record keeper to track students’ progress. http://knowledgeadventureschool.com/catalog/mb_alg.aspx
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BIG:CALC
Source: Don Johnston, Inc. 800-999-4660
Compatibility/Requirements: Macintosh LC II or higher, System 7, 8 MB RAM, 256-color monitor
Ages: Grades 5 - 14
Price: $29.00
Description: This is a calculator program for use with a macintosh compter system only. Auditory feedback helps students monitor keystrokes. Six calculator layouts are available to accommodate students who would benefit from various visual arrangements. The student may customize the font and colors for the keys and background. www.donjohnston.com
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The Cruncher 2.0 (CD)
Source: Knowledge Adventure 800-542-4240
Compatibility/Requirements: Macintosh or Windows
Grades: 3 - 12
Price: $99.95 schools only
Description: This product teaches students how to use spreadsheets and graphs in everyday life, empowering students to solve problems and apply math concepts to real-world situations. The results can be displayed with graphs and charts and annotated with colorful animated illustrations and snappy sound effects. Easy-to-use spreadsheets are powerful enough for any application from homework to the family budget. http://knowledgeadventureschool.com/catalog/crunch_2.aspx
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Do-It Internet Lessons
Source: University of Washington Seattle, Washington
Compatibility/Requirements: IBM or compatible with Windows, or Macintosh
Ages: 1 - 12
Price: no charge
Description: This project, funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), seeks to increase the participation of individuals with disabilities in science, engineering, and mathematics programs and careers. This is a series of lessons in using the Internet, covering subjects in science, math, engineering, disability-related information, E-mail, and more. Specific math lessons are: Mathematics and Molecules, Math Programs Via E-mail, Internet Lessons in Mathematics, Internet Lessons for High School and College- Bound Students NetLib: a collection of advanced mathematical software, papers and databases maintained by AT&T Bell labs, the University of Tennessee and Oak Ridge National Laboratories in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. NetLib materials are available by E-mail. To receive the index, follow this procedure:
1. Compose an electronic mail
message and send it to netlib@netlib.org
2. Leave the subject line blank
3. In the body of the message type:
"send index."
4. Send the mail message and wait for a reply.
This site can also be accessed through WWW browsers at http://www.netlib.org/index.html http://www.washington.edu/doit/Lessons/
These programs are interactive through E-mail only.
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Math Pad, The
Source: IntelliTools 800-899-6687
Compatibility/Requirements: Macintosh system 7 or higher, 4 MB RAM
Grades: Elementary and older
Price: $79.95 (single copy) $50.00 each (multi-user; 25 users or more)
Description: Who Should use MathPad? MathPad is the ideal solution for students who:Need help organizing math problems; Have difficulty doing pencil and paper math; Have vision problems that require large-size print, high-contrast background colors or speech feedback. MathPad is: Highly accessible; Can understand students’ thinking; Is teacher tested; Can set up student portfolios; Allows you to enter your own problems; Check problems; Provides auditory feedback; The program consists of: MathPad software, Two IntelliKeys ® overlays, 300 Bonus Problems http://www.synapseadaptive.com/intellitools/mathpad.html
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Math Trek 7,8,9
Source: Nectar - from Educational Resources 800-624-2926
Compatibility/Requirements: Macintosh or Windows
Ages: 7 - 9
Price: $84.95 each module
Description: The modules in this product cover the following topics: Algebra, Fractions, Geometry, Graphing, Integers and Percents, Whole Numbers and Decimals, Multilingual program includes English, Spanish, and French versions. http://www.nectar.ca/catalog.htm
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Math Trek 10,11,12
Source: Nectar - from Educational Resources 800-624-2926
Compatibility/Requirements: Macintosh or Windows
Grades:10 - 12
Price: $59.95 each module
Description: These modules are for use in grades 10-12 and cover the following topics.Factoring, Systems of Equations, Statistics, Probability, Coordinate Geometry, Transformational Geometry, Second Degree Relations, Quadratic Functions, Mathematical Tools, Student Tracking System
The Math Tools module includes a charting tool, spreadsheet, a mathematics word processor, probability tools, and algebra tiles. A Student Tracking System module is also available. This program is at a high level of difficulty, and there is a less difficult program, described above for grades 7-9. http://www.nectar.ca/catalog.htm
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Mathcad 5.0/6.0
Source: Mathsoft, Inc. 800-628-4223
Compatibility/Requirements: 386 or higher IBM or compatible PC, 4 MB RAM, 15MB free disk space, MS Windows 3.1
Ages: College
Price: $129.95 - $349.95
Description: Mathcad is a computer program which helps solve mathematical calculations. This program helps turn the computer screen into a worksheet. The user types the equation onto the screen and Mathcad solves it. The user can type the formula or choose symbols from Mathcad’s palette. This program can solve equations from algebra to calculus, and text can be added to create a document. This program runs in Windows only, not in DOS.
http://www.mathsoft.com/
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Mathpert Algebra Assistant
Source: Math Pert Systems (408) 567-9264 (800) 361-1001
Compatibility/Requirements: Windows 3.1, Win95, Windows NT 386 or higher (speed) 6 MB (hard drive space) 8 MB minimum (memory) 256-color VGA 1X (CD ROM speed) Windows compatible sound stereo Windows compatible mouse
Ages: High School and College
Price: $95.00
Description: Mathpert Algebra Assistant is a professional mathematics program that utilizes active intelligence to solve any course-level problem in Algebra I and II. The system is unique in its ability to analyze any problem and display the solution in a correct series of steps. Its remarkable mathematical power is combined with an easy-to-use graphical interface that guides students through problems in the same step-by-step manner as taught in class. The student is placed in full control of the operational strategy, while the computer takes care of the mathematical details and provides protection from trivial mistakes. The program offers hints, assistance and complete step-by-step solutions when requested , and always displays the mathematical justification for each operation. Algebra Assistant builds experience and proficiency in the strategy of problem solving-the essence of mathematical mastery. In addition to its unmatched capabilities for solving any problem, the program contains over 2, 500 typical textbook exercises organized by standard algebra topics. Students can go directly to any topic where extra help and practice is needed, including factoring, linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, fractions, exponents, roots and more. www.smartkidssoftware.com
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Operation Neptune (CD)
Source: The Learning Company - from Educational Resources 800-624-2926
Compatibility/Requirements: Macintosh or Windows
Grades: 5 - 9
Price: $57.95
Description: This product helps prepare students for algebra. Students read and interpret real-world graphs, charts, maps, and other tools as they navigate the submarine Neptune. Students develop math skills with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percentages, and practice using measurement concepts, including time, distance, speed, angles, area, and volume. www.thelearningcompany.com
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Theorist
Source: Waterloo Maple Software (519) 747-2373
Compatibility/Requirements: Any Macintosh
Ages: College
Price: $299.00
Description: This program can help the student take on any challenges in the undergraduate math curriculum. It is one of the first symbolic-math programs for the Macintosh and is geared for a student taking a freshman calculus class in college. Its strength is its interface: the student can enter an equation with just a few clicks, graph or simplify the equation with a single click, and tinker with it endlessly. The interface encourages exploration, and the tutorial makes exploration easy and entertaining. http://www.livemath.com/
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The Trigonometry Explorer (CD)
Source: Cognitive Technologies Corporation - from Sunburst 800-321-7511
Compatibility/Requirements: Macintosh or Windows, 4 MB RAM
Grades: 9 - 12
Price: $129.95
Description: Students discover applications of trigonometry for science and social studies and see how trigonometry relates to algebra and geometry as they measure the distance to the stars; experiment with sound, light, and radio waves; explore bridge construction with triangles; and travel back in time to discover how Eratosthenes first measured the circumference of the earth. The animated lessons are easy to follow and are presented in a logical, concept-building format. Within the lessons, students are encouraged to explore different aspects of trigonometry and apply what they have learned to randomly generated practice problems. After each lesson real-world applications with graphic animations and QuickTime movies reinforce students’ learning and suggest new avenues of exploration. http://www.knowplay.com/math/trigonometry-explorer.html
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