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| Addition and Subtraction 1 | |
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 Addition and Subtraction 1 (Front Cover) | |
| Publisher(s) | Scott Foresman |
| Programmer(s) | Scott Foresman |
| Part# | PHM 30201 |
| Format(s) | Solid State Software Command ModuleTM |
| Release | 1981 (2nd Quarter) |
| Genre(s) | Educational |
Addition and Subtraction 1 teaches and tests students on addition and subtraction mathematics involving single digits, those from 0 to 9. It is an excellent resource for early mathematics students, giving them an opportunity to learn basic math skills in a fun and entertaining way that hardly feels like learning. Addition and Subtraction 1 was programmed and published by Scott Foresman for use on the TI-99/4A. It was released during the second quarter of 1981 and distributed on the Solid State Software Command Module.
Contents
Advertising Blurb
The following advertising blurb comes from the back cover of the manual:
The Addition and Subtraction 1 Command Module provides young children with an exciting introduction to basic mathematical concepts involving the numbers zero through nine. The nine colorful activities begin with counting and move on to addition and subtraction, building on the skills learned in previous exercises.
The optional Texas Instruments Solid State SpeechTM Synthesizer (sold separately) adds the feature of computer speech to the activities. Your child can now hear, as well as see, the instructions and exercises in the module.
Manual
Introduction
This Solid State Software™ Command Module is designed to be used with the Texas Instruments Home Computer. Its preprogrammed solid-state memory expands the power, versatility, and capability of your Home Computer.
Copyright © 1981 Texas Instruments Incorporated
Command Module program and data base contents
copyright © 1981 Scott, Foresman and Company.
See important warranty information at back of book.
Note to Parents
Numbers hold a particular fascination for children, and they see an understanding of numerical concepts as a link to growing up. It's an important advantage for children to be introduced to mathematical skills at a young age, when their natural curiosity and interest is at a high level.
The Addition and Subtraction 1 Solid State SoftwareTM Command Module is designed to provide your child with a positive introduction to mathematics. It was developed by the educational staff of Scott, Foresman and Company (a leading educational publisher) in cooperation with the staff of the Texas Instruments Learning Center. The activities are fun and, at the same time, challenging. By working through and mastering each activity, your child gains skills in basic addition and subtraction facts.
The module begins by teaching the basic concept of counting to nine. Step-by-step, the principles of addition and subtraction, with the numbers zero through nine, are introduced. Your child watches and listens to tutorial problems at the beginning of each activity. The computer then provides the choice of continuing with more example problems or moving on to the practice drill. In this way, learning progresses at your child's own pace.
The module contains nine activities.
- COUNTING BARS introduces the counting concept for the numbers zero through nine.
- GETTING READY reinforces the counting skills for the numbers zero through nine by counting objects.
- ADDITION ACTION moves objects together to form the horizontal addition problem and then displays the related word sentence.
- ADD ANOTHER WAY changes horizontal problems into the vertical format.
- SUBTRACTION ACTION introduces the fundamentals of horizontal subtraction problems.
- SUBTRACT ANOTHER WAY presents a smooth transition from the horizontal in to the vertical format.
- ACROSS AND DOWN provides further practice with horizontal and vertical problems, in both addition and subtraction, using a complete-the-table drill.
- ADDITION TABLE reinforces the addition concept with a practice game.
- SUBTRACTION TABLE reviews the concept of subtraction with another practice game.
The Addition and Subtraction 1 module advances your child to more difficult drills according to the number of correct responses given in each activity. The computer automatically advances to the next activity if your child answers 80 percent of the drill problems correctly. If less than 60 percent of the problems are answered correctly, the computer returns to the appropriate previous activity, providing your child with more practice. This automation helps to alleviate anxieties caused by consistently incorrect responses, thus making the learning of mathematical skills a pleasurable and rewarding experience.
With this module, Texas Instruments continues its tradition of applying innovative Solid State SpeechTM technology to educational activities. Addition and Subtraction 1 is designed to work with or without the Texas Instruments Solid State SpeechTM Synthesizer (sold separately). However, the Speech Synthesizer must be attached to activate the voice of the computer. The computer's voice then gives directions, reads the equations, and encourages your child to "Try again" when he or she gives an incorrect answer. The addition of speech strengthens the learning process since your child can hear, as well as see, the correct answers.
Your Child and the Computer
The Texas Instruments Home Computer is a rugged, durable device designed for easy use and care. Teach your child to give the computer the same good care and respect he or she would give a television set, record player, radio, or any piece of electronic equipment:
- Keep snacks and beverages away from the console.
- Don't hammer on the keyboard or place heavy objects on it.
- Don't touch the module contacts. These are recessed in the module to help prevent accidental soiling and/or damage.
The letters and numbers on the keyboard are arranged in the same order found on standard typewriter keyboards. If your child is not familiar with a typewriter or has not used your Home Computer before, take a few minutes to acquaint him or her with the keyboard. Point out the row of number keys at the top and the rows of letter keys below. Show your child how to insert the module and how to select the activities. This brief "tour" of the Computer will help reinforce the correct procedures for your child and instill confidence as he or she starts out in a new world of computers.
Today, computers are involved in almost every aspect of life. Working with this module can help your child become familiar with computers and their operation. Since computer-aided instruction is more common in the classroom every year, this knowledge can give your child an important advantage
Sample Activity
After the Addition and Subtraction 1 title screen appears, the computer displays a selection list of the nine activities in the module.
Your child presses the number corresponding to the activity he or she wants to try. For this sample activity, press 3 for Addition Action. (We'll assume that the Speech Synthesizer is attached for this example.)
Next, the tutorial segment begins. Two boxes containing objects appear on the screen. The numbers and words corresponding to the number of objects are positioned below each box. [:File:A&S1MenuScreen.png|400px]
