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Developments in hand-held, battery-powered computing technology are considered and defined in terms of Personal Computing Technology (PCT). The suitability of PCT for use in supporting teaching and learning mathematics is exemplified in terms of the capability now available with facilities extending from computational to software packages, with word processing, spreadsheets and computer algebra, along with the potential for linking with teaching hardware and desk-top computers. The role of such technology in connection with the professional development of teachers is such that we are now in a position to support national curriculum priorities as well as teacher enhancement with PCT.
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Oldknow, A. (1998). Personal computing technology: use and possibilities. In: Tinsley, D., Johnson, D.C. (eds) Information and Communications Technologies in School Mathematics. IFIP — The International Federation for Information Processing. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-35287-9_11
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