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ED-06: Math ----------------------- #2509 Grade School Math Small Programs Disk ----------------------- FactPack (FACTPAC) Bodnar, D. $10 is a pair of fun programs designed to help sharpen basic addition, subtraction, division facts, and multiplication skills for students in grade school. Great Math Helper (MATH) Moondog Software $? is an excellent educational program to teach math to children aged 5 to 12. Math Educate 2.2 (MATHED) Hartman, Stephen W. $15 is an educational math game set to music for children. It has addition, subtraction, multiplication and division modules. Math Quizzer 2.1 (MATHQIZ) Miller, James $7 is a flashcard style math exercise for grades 1 to 6. Exercises are included for addition, subtraction, multiplication or division. Math Trek (MATHTRK) Nissen Ventures $5-$20 helps early elementary school age children learn addition and subtraction. The long musical interludes which cannot be bypassed may be interesting the first time or two, but we suspect they would be a nuisance on repeated uses. Multiplication Primer 1.0 (MPRIMER) MicroExpressions $10 is a tutorial for multiplication. Ultimate Math Drill (MATHDRL) Tyler, T. $10 will help grade school through high school students with addition, subtraction, multiplication or division. The problems range from very easy to very hard. Sound effects help keep things interesting. -------------------------------- END OF SMALL PROGRAMS DISK #2509 -------------------------------- -------------------------- #2912 Grade School Math #2 Small Programs Disk -------------------------- Driller 2.0 Feague, Robert C. $1 drills the student in the four basic math functions. It will recall problems that caused the student difficulty. If all 20 problems are answered correctly, the student gets to play an amusing space game. KidzMath! 1.1 (KIDZMTH) Stonehenge Software $10 is basic math program for young kids. It makes excellent use of color and sound. Problems include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Mathup Carruthers, Elliot $0 is a concentration-like math game, in which you uncover squares and try to match an answer with the proper equation. The game uses simple addition, subtraction, and division. Mul-Prac (MULPRAC) files provide exercise at two levels. Level 1 selects problems from multiplication tables two through five. Level 2 selects problems from tables six through twelve. At each level the student (or the tutor) selects which tables are to be practiced. This student is informed at the end of the session as to elapsed time, and his mistakes are listed Star Blaster (STRBLST) Leinecker, Richard C. $15 is an educational math game for kids from fourth grade on up. You can have all addition, all subtraction, all multiplication, all division, or a random mixture of all four. You can set the problem difficulty and set the decimal type. Why Do I Need Math (WHYMATH) Garrett Krueger Software ASP $29 helps students understand the need for studying math. It provides real examples of mathematical uses throughout life. The program features animation, drawings, and sound. Requires DOS 3.0+. WizQuiz Farrell, Robert J. $9 is a comprehensive and competitive exerciser for arithmetic that lets children and parents work together. After every 10 problems, it calculates a score and compares it against the "best ever" and the child's own best, announces the score, and celebrates the child's progress. The program covers all elementary school mathematics, divided into 10 levels. -------------------------------- END OF SMALL PROGRAMS DISK #2912 -------------------------------- --------------------------- #12082 Grade School Math #3 Small Programs Disk --------------------------- Big Math Attack 1.0 (BIGMATH) (08-93 CD) Kapusta, Philip P. $10 tests math, spelling, typing and metric conversions skills in an arcade environment. Several levels make this program suitable for both children and adults. Top scores are recorded to track progress. Requires EGA/VGA. Mondo Math 1.0L (MONDO) Illowsky, Dan $20 is a shooting gallery simulation that teaches various levels of addition. It is for children 3 and up. It keeps track of multiple players and allows you to control the playing speed, problem generation, and advancement criteria. SuperMath 1.0 (SMATH) Jarrett, Eric $13 is a math tutorial with several different types of problems. You can choose the level of difficulty and can print a problem worksheet rather than doing them on the screen, if you wish. TableMath 2.0 (TBLMATH) Burch, Steve $7 is a set of addition and multiplication drills on math tables 1 through 9. --------------------------------- END OF SMALL PROGRAMS DISK #12082 --------------------------------- ----------------- #1942 Higher Math Small Programs Disk ----------------- Areas and Volumes 1.0 (AV-RK) Kupfer, Robert $6 calculates the areas of five and volumes of six geometric shapes. It also draws a representative sample of the shape being calculated. Fraction (FRACTIO) Walker, Segrid B. $10 is a new and easy way to practice reducing, multiplying, and dividing fractions. Interactive exercises provide the immediate feedback proven to help students to quickly learn and master mathematics concepts. New problems are provided at each use. Multiple levels of difficulty make the program useful over a long period. A progress record may be kept. The program is easy to use, has on-line help, and looks very professionally written. Primes 2.2 Prudhom & Associates $10 provides an educational gateway to prime numbers, Mersenne primes, and perfect numbers. The program computes prime numbers from 32000 integers and prints them. It also finds prime pairs and perfect numbers, displays all known Mersenne primes, computes perfect numbers from Mersenne primes, and multiplies large numbers. Roman (ROMANLP) Penner, Les $? drills on roman numerals. Requires BASIC. Truth Table Maker 1.2 (TRUTH) Kelly, Michael P. $0 generates boolean algebra truth tables for digital design and electronics. It eliminates the boring and sometimes tedious task of having to do it yourself by scratch. Many courses require you to turn in truth tables at the end of the session as to elapsed time, and his mistakes are listed. BASIC required. Unfoil Sund, S.E. $5 is an algebra teaching aid that will factor binomials of the form Ax^2 + Bx + C. It will give the result in the form (Dx + E) (Fx + G) or tell that the binomial is prime. -------------------------------- END OF SMALL PROGRAMS DISK #1942 -------------------------------- *-Jones Jeremy Jones $10 each #4962 ArithmeticJones, MathJones, GeometryJones, and Word-GameJones are four educational games that drill you on arithmetic numbers, algebra, geometry and words. You can select a multiple choice format, or any of several arcade game formats. These games may be helpful in preparing for the SAT. Adventure Math Epic MegaGames ASP $27 #20066/4809 is a math game that teaches addition and subtraction with graphics, sound effects, and a bonus arcade game. Math problems must be solved to earn your way into the arcade game to win bonus points. Requires VGA, a hard disk and 640K. A musical sound track is included for systems with sound cards. Math Rescue Apogee Software $15 #20066 [2 disks] is an educational math game. There are many excellent education games, but as with Apogee's other games, they have taken the genre to a whole new level. The math is so smoothly integrated into the game and the game is so exciting that the child will forget about the game being a "good learning experience." There are three levels to suit most ages. There is a professional music soundtrack and sound effects (for sound cards), multi-level scrolling graphics, and top-notch graphics and playability. The child can choose a boy or girl character for the game. EGA/VGA and 600k RAM required. Beat the Bomb (BTB105) (10-93 CD) First Magnitude, ASP $18 #12531 is a math quiz program which uses animated graphics to make learning more interesting. A mouse and EGA/VGA are required. <BEATBOMB.PCX> Algebrax 2.12 Weissman, Prof. Martin $30 #27654/2765 purports to be an algebra tutor. Subjects covered include inequality symbols, combining signed numbers, multiplying signed numbers, removing parentheses, order of operations, division of signed numbers, order of operation, and distributing numbers in parentheses. It seems to us that those are pre-algebra topics. Required are DOS 3+ and a graphics card, though our testing showed no use of graphics. Whether the topics are on-target or not, the program is pretty well done. Calculus Tutors Lovelock, David $0 #27654/1246 are programs designed to get the college student ready for taking calculus. Most students have difficulty because of forgotten or poorly developed mathematical skills. These programs quiz the student on all sections of algebra and trig which are essential to calculus. The names of the programs are "Are You Ready for Calculus I" and "Business Calculus 2.01". XYSee 4.0 [XYSEE4] (11-93 CD) Insight Advantage $30 #27654/3467 (10-93 CD) is designed as an insight enhancing addition to high-school and college level studies in Algebra, Geometry, and Trigonometry. It overcomes the classic difficulty in visualizing the curve represented by a given equation, and the effect upon the form of the curve when parameters within the equation change. XYSee provides full coverage of primary level subjects such as Points and Lines, intermediate subjects such as Quadratics, Trigonometrics, and advanced subjects such as Parametrics and Composites. In addition, Interactive coverage is extended to forms such as Triangles, user defined Polygons (structured Spline, and free-form,) and designs utilizing Artistic Mathematics. This version is for EGA systems. A VGA version is available on disk #3468. Children's Tutors 1.1 (CHILDTUT) (10-93 CD) Synergistic Consultant Incorporated #12532 are two tutorials designed for children ages preschool through 3rd grade. The math tutor teaches basic arithmetic by quizzing for missing digits or operators in addition, subtraction or multiplication and division problems. A memory game is included that tests the memory of the children. The time tutor teaches children how to tell time on an analog clock. A quiz mode is included that requires the child to move the clock hands to match the time in the digital clock window. Mouse required. CalFacts Mathematics Sergor Software $54 #27736/4238 [3 disks] is a fundamental mathematic review program for secondary and high school level students. The program covers numbers, computation, applications, proportion and variation, graphs and formulas. CalFacts Physics 2.04US covers the basics of physics, linear motion, forces, work, pressure, energy, heat transfer, specific heat and expansion. CalFacts Computer Studies 2.04US is an introduction to computing covering the basics, information systems hardware, machine representation of data files, systems analysis, data input and output design. Formula 1 1.2 Intelligent Educational Software $53 #27736/3164 is a complete algebra tutorial for high school and college levels. It uses a unique Artificial Intelligence algorithm that imitates the actions and recommendations of a human tutor. Each of the nine modules includes a pretest, tutorial, and post test. The results of tests and quizzes are presented as bar graphs. Mouse support is included. This is a professional quality package. Introduction to Algebra 2.1 LF Software $20 #20103 [2 disks] is an algebra tutorial directed towards first-year algebra students (high school or junior college). The program will show the problems worked out step by step. It has a built-in calculator, a feature to save and resume lessons, reviews and more. It has mouse support and help screens throughout. Requires EGA/VGA. Skill-Oriented Algebra [SOA] (09-93 CD) D'Attore, Alfred $60 #4953 generates printed algebra exercises and tests for elementary to junior high students. Tests and exercises are formatted for direct and immediate use by the student and can be adjusted by the user for levels of difficulty. Answers are provided in forms suitable to the classroom situation. Dad's Choice Motes, Dr. Andrew ASP $15 #27655/3397 is a fun math and graphics program for kids age 4 and up. The program has multiple learning levels and includes addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and pre-algebra math. There's a graphics module that can be used to draw lines, boxes, circles, arcs, text and macros. These drawings can be painted, edited, copied, stored and even animated. Designs & Arithmetic Holmes, Frank $15 each #27655/3006 is a pair of educational programs for younger children. Lisa's Arithmetic Quiz Machine 1.01 covers the basic four math functions. It can be configured by a parent or teacher and has positive reinforcement messages, reviews, quizzes and varying levels of difficulty. Fun with Designs lets children create patterns on the screen using a variety of shapes. Designs can be saved to disk, but not printed except via graphics screen dumps. I Can Do Math! Byrd, Nancy $0 #27655/3630 provides drills in addition, subtraction, multiplication and division for children at four different skill levels. Sparky's Math Adventures Omega Software, Inc. $15 #27655/3815 in an animated math (addition only) game for grades 1-6. An equation is displayed, and you must guide Sparky the bear to throw a rock at the correct answer. You can adjust the timer to give the player up to 99 seconds to find an answer. High scores are saved to disk. The animated graphics are excellent, and you can choose either a 16-color EGA or 256-color VGA display. Requires 550K of free RAM and 600K of disk space. Googol Review Dawson, Paul T. $10 #27030/3914 is a number and word problem program. The author says: "The word problems are extremely strange...". Anyone who has see Googol Math Games has an idea of what that can mean. The program is in the form of a game in which several people can compete." Requires 640k. Googol Math Games Dawson, Paul T. $10 #27030/1874 is a combination arcade game and math tutor. The programs cover addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. The first game is a jump-and-run type of game in which the hero must avoid the rolling balls, move around the screen to find the right answer and jump for it. The second game is a growing-snake type of game in which you must guide the snake around to gobble up the right answer. The snake grows longer with each answer and it must avoid running into walls, wrong answers, or parts of itself. The third game is a "space invaders" game in which math equations descend the screen and you must "shoot" them with the right answers. The skill level appears to be grade school, and a level menu allows you to choose the highest number used by the games. The sounds, graphics, and fast paced action in this game are outstanding. In addition to the basics of the program, it is embellished by numerous additional sounds and graphics. You can run games with or without two different robot faces, and without any noise. We guarantee that any kid will love this. Requires 512K, and CGA or better. Math Class Ryznar, Richard $15 #27030/2354 is an elementary math program with sounds and graphics. Select from addition, subtraction, multiplication; it has five levels of difficulty. (Notice that you do NOT enter numbers in response to questions, you select the right answer using the left and right cursor keys.) Math and Logic Games for Kids KIDware $12 #27030/2137 is a set of six programs that challenge a child's thinking skills. The programs are aimed at grade levels kindergarten through sixth grade, but the games can be enjoyed by all. Two programs are logic-based number games, two feature real-world simulations, one is a math race where all participants race at their own level, and the final program introduces fractal graphics. Lugnut City Dawson, Paul T. $10 #27824/4414 is an arcade style math game. You have to run and jump to shoot at different types of question blocks. When you clear out one level, get the key, and hit the Exit, you move on to another level. Some blocks are True/False, others make you calculate an answer, others ask you what math operation was used to arrive at the answer shown. If you make it through the all the levels, you can design your own! EGA/VGA and 286 or faster required. Math Castle PAS Software $15 #27824/2423 is an excellent combination of education and games. Your castle, protected by an energy shield, is under attack by space ships. To fire your weapons, you must perform correct math calculations. If you are wrong or too slow, the shields will eventually fail and your castle will be destroyed. Graphics are very well done with colorful ASCII characters, so the program will run even on a mono system. Sound effects and music accompany the action. Math Challenge 2.0 Just For Me Software, Inc. ASP $17 #27824/4478 is a game that helps children learn the math tables. A separate program allows the parent to select subject and difficulty levels and to enter the child's name. The program features animation with colorful graphics and sounds, display of hi-res digitized photos, and personalized encouraging remarks. Requires VGA and hard disk. Math For Prizes Software Masters $12 #27824/4083 is a math learning tool with a Pavlovian angle - correctly answering a specified number of problems within a time limit wins a designated prize. The prize can be anything you want: an extra hour of TV, a banana split, etc. The program covers addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. It can be set for any grade level. Mom's Math 4.3 Motes, Dr. Andy ASP $10 #27824/4549 (10-93 CD) includes three arcade-like math games and other modules for addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and pre-algebra for children of all ages. The program has multiple learning levels so your child will not outgrow the program. Color graphics required. Math Workout 1.3 Dobrin Company $23 #20087 [2 disks] drills students in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages and decimals. There are 180 different levels of difficulty with randomly generated problems. Problems can be solved at the individual's pace or you can set a beat-the-clock time limit. Math-Shop Series 2.51 Webb, Jack C. $10-$20 #27754/4319 [3 disks] (10-93 CD) generates math problem worksheets in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. You may choose the number of digits, range of numbers for the digits and number of problems per page. Problems are then generated randomly using the ranges selected. Kwikstat 3.3 Elliott, Alan C. ASP $53 #27058/1251 [3 disks] lets you create a database and enter and edit data; create reports and query the database; generate graphs and descriptive and comparative statistics (eg: t-test, ANOVA) plus regression analysis and more. Data may be imported from dBase III files. More support has been added for Hercules video. Although not mentioned in the manual, there are predictive (forecasting) routines in the simple and multiple linear regression modules. These allow you to make predictions from the linear regression equations calculated in the program. Two other modules are available: Two-Way Analysis of Variance and Time Series Analysis. Two-Way ANOVA also includes 2-way with repeated measures, multiple comparisons and interaction plots. Time Series includes data autocorrelation plots, data modeling, parameter estimation and forecasting with confidence limits. (Note: KS.DOC is not included.) KwikStat Simulations Module TexaSoft ASP $0 #27058/2975 is an add-on for KwikStat. The program generates data sets from normal, uniform or exponential distribution. It can also be run by itself. A hard disk is recommended. XYSee (for CGA) Insight Advantage $30 #27058/2152 [2 disks] is designed as an insight enhancing addition to high-school and college level studies in Algebra, Geometry, and Trigonometry. It overcomes the classic difficulty in visualizing the curve represented by a given equation, and the effect upon the form of the curve when parameters within the equation change. XYSee provides full coverage of primary level subjects such as Points and Lines, intermediate subjects such as Quadratics, Trigonometrics, and advanced subjects such as Parametrics and Composites. In addition, Interactive coverage is extended to forms such as Triangles, user defined Polygons (structured Spline, and free-form,) and designs utilizing Artistic Mathematics. Math Maniac 1.03 Downsoft Software Company ASP $24 #12069 is a math tutor for ages 4-13. It covers addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. The program increases the level of difficulty as each level is mastered. Each exercise completed successfully is rewarded with music that plays through the PC's speaker. Student progress is recorded and displayed. Custom sets of problems can also be created. Requires 512K. Mathcounts 1.1 Able Art Software ASP $30 #4759 is a graphics-based math tutor for 1st through 4th grades, covering addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, estimation, word problems, fractions, decimals and more. Instructive feedback, remedial work, automatic beginner's mode, and a record of a student's progress are provided. Requires 640K RAM. Math Lady 1.1 Niche Software $10 #12114 is an aid for high school students studying trigonometry. Animated displays are included. Requires VGA and a hard disk. Moraff's Mather 3.0 [MATHER] (08-93 CD) Moraff, Steve $? #12382 is a math drill targeted at ages 8 and older. Students can win money to buy prizes in the game by solving math problems within time limits. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division are covered. The game supports virtually all video types from Hercules to Super-VGA. It also includes mouse support, graphics, and Moraff's Entrap, a multi-level 3D maze game. Prof. Weissman's Stats Tutorials 2.12 Professor Weissman's Software $30 #12127 contains statistics problems like those in an introductory textbook with step-by-step solutions. The program maintains a record of the student's progress and has three levels of difficulty. Sir Addalot [ADDALOT] (11-93 CD) Landmark Solutions $20 #12589 is an arcade style educational math game for children ages 6-12. It features fascinating scenes and games that require math skill to win. Requires 386+ and VGA. Mouse support is provided. Statistix Professor Weissman $? #3366 is a statistics tutorial. It covers frequency distribution; histograms and polygons; mode, median and means; and measure of variations. Students select the subject and problems to work from the various textbook sources provided. Worksheets can be printed easily. Treasure Hunt Math 1.2 Adventure LearningWare ASP $20 #12136 is an arcade-style math game for grades 1-6. You must progress through the four colorful animated levels, collecting treasures and solving problems. Math facts covered include addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and percents. Options include the ability to solve equations or find missing factors, a study mode for previewing problems, bonus rounds, printed test generation and certificate of achievement, problem file customization, and much more. Requires 384K, EGA/VGA. ]]]]]