1. An Interactive Graphics Program for Assistance in Learning Convolution.
- Author
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American Society for Engineering Education, Washington, DC. Computers in Education Div., Frederick, Dean K., and Waag, Gary L.
- Abstract
A program has been written for the interactive computer graphics facility at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute that is designed to assist the user in learning the mathematical technique of convolving two functions. Because convolution can be represented graphically by a sequence of steps involving folding, shifting, multiplying, and integration, it is a natural candidate for computer-aided instruction. The program can be run in one of two modes depending on the experience and the user's needs. Detailed instructions and explanations are given at each step of the process. The running of the program is illustrated with samples of the graphics display and the experience gained by use in classes to date is summarized. (Author/DS)
- Published
- 1980