MathSoft Launches StudyWorks! Online; Free Learning Site Delivers Proven, Innovative Approaches For Teens Studying Math And Science.Business/Technology Editors CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 7, 2000 MathSoft, Inc. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : MATH), the nation's fastest growing publisher of educational software, today announced the launch of StudyWorks!(R) Online, expanding its offline franchise of award-winning math and science content and tools to the Web. The free Web site uses the same hands-on, exploratory approach and patented technology as the software to create a fun, interactive place where teens, parents and teachers can explore math and science learning over the Internet. StudyWorks Online encourages students to learn at their own speed, in their own way, without commercial pressure or privacy concerns. Launching today, www.studyworksonline.com features engaging and original material in algebra algebra, branch of mathematics concerned with operations on sets of numbers or other elements that are often represented by symbols. Algebra is a generalization of arithmetic and gains much of its power from dealing symbolically with elements and operations (such as , geometry, statistics and calculus calculus, branch of mathematics that studies continuously changing quantities. The calculus is characterized by the use of infinite processes, involving passage to a limit—the notion of tending toward, or approaching, an ultimate value. , and earth sciences, biology, chemistry, astronomy astronomy, branch of science that studies the motions and natures of celestial bodies, such as planets, stars, and galaxies; more generally, the study of matter and energy in the universe at large. , physics and even science fiction--all highlighting the math and science behind everyday activities such as baseball, sailing and photography. StudyWorks Online offers site-based and downloadable courses, as well as top math and science links, quizzes, homework help, games, news, features and MathSoft's acclaimed ac·claim v. ac·claimed, ac·claim·ing, ac·claims v.tr. 1. To praise enthusiastically and often publicly; applaud. See Synonyms at praise. 2. "Web Collaboratory"--a moderated, online forum for exchanging ideas and help with other students and teachers. The site also brings new premium content and services to MathSoft's best-selling best·sell·er also best seller n. A product, such as a book, that is among those sold in the largest numbers. best StudyWorks Science Deluxe de·luxe also de luxe adj. Particularly elegant and luxurious; sumptuous: deluxe accommodations; a de luxe automobile. adv. and StudyWorks Mathematics Deluxe packaged software See software package. products. Using StudyWorks Online, registered users of the software can now download To receive a file transmitted over a network. In any communications session, "download" means receive, and "upload" means send. The download/upload often implies a big/little scenario, in which data is being downloaded from the "big" server into the "little" user's computer. added subject and problem-solving modules, as well as Princeton SAT II review materials. In addition, software users can access enhanced online courses and lessons. Some are available free of charge, while others will be offered at prices starting at $4.95. "StudyWorks Online makes it so easy to see how the math and science we're doing in class relates to space launches, earthquakes, snow-boarding and all kinds of other cool things happening in the real world," said Joe DeVincentis, a high school student attending public school in Malden, Massachusetts Malden is a city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 56,340 at the 2000 census. History This section has no references. You can Wikipedia by including appropriate citations. Please see the relevant discussion on the . . "StudyWorks Online also helps you really see the math and science behind so many careers in computers, medicine, engineering, finance--you name it." "MathSoft has proven that it is uniquely positioned to create high-quality, visually engaging products for this tough-to-please age group," said Chris Randles, senior vice president and general manager of MathSoft's engineering and education division. "StudyWorks Online goes far beyond the static, aggregated content of other educational Web sites. The site provides valuable learning resources, offering depth in math and science topics for students, their parents, teachers and schools." Free Help for Teachers, Parents While designed primarily for students, StudyWorks Online features special areas for teachers and home-schooling parents. In the coming weeks, the Teachers' Corner will feature resource guides and teaching aids teaching aids npl → materiales mpl pedagógicos teaching aids npl → supports mpl pédagogiques teaching aids teach npl , authoring and grant information and networking with other teachers. The exclusive Teacher-To-Teacher section lets professional educators seek and give help on a variety of Internet, technical and teaching topics. Parents can take advantage of special sections such as "Home Schooling home schooling, the practice of teaching children in the home as an alternative to attending public or private elementary or high school. In most cases, one or both of the children's parents serve as the teachers. " and "Helping With Homework." StudyWorks Online features these sections, each designed to complement and reinforce the others: --News and Info features daily news on math and science-related topics. --Homework Hints offers fast, friendly help from teachers and other students. --Explorations provide in-depth looks at the math and science behind photography, sailing, baseball, meteorology meteorology, branch of science that deals with the atmosphere of a planet, particularly that of the earth, the most important application of which is the analysis and prediction of weather. and other interesting topics. --Careers in Math highlights exciting jobs in computers, astronomy, finance and other hot technical professions. --Test Yourself helps students assess their current achievement levels, then set goals for growth. --Math and Science Links features the best of the `Net, hand picked by MathSoft, teachers and students. --Just for Fun offers a wide range of math puzzles, games and brain-twisters from ancient China through today's latest. To ensure privacy and safety, StudyWorks Online features a strict privacy policy that prevents unauthorized use of information about visitors. The complete policy is accessible from the site's home page at www.studyworksonline.com. About MathSoft, Inc. Founded in 1984, MathSoft is the provider of the broadest line of technical calculation and analytical software Analytical software is software that is designed specifically for and development of a particular environment or object. for business and academia. With MathSoft's products, users can deploy technical calculations and exploratory data analyses across their entire organizations. The company has more than two million users of its Mathcad(R), StudyWorks!, S-PLUS(R), Stat Server(R) and Axum(R) software worldwide. Users include technical professionals worldwide at more than 90% of the Fortune 1,000 companies and over 500 government installations, and students and faculty at over 2,000 colleges and universities. For additional information, call MathSoft at 1-800-628-4223. Axum, StudyWorks!, S-PLUS, StatServer and Mathcad are registered trademarks and the MathSoft logo is a trademark of MathSoft, Inc. All other names or marks may be registered trademarks. For broadcast media, a Video News Release and B-Roll depicting StudyWorks! Online will be distributed on Monday, August 7. Footage includes interviews with a student user of StudyWorks!, a high school teacher who has adopted the software for his classes, and a National Education Association spokesperson speaking about the value of interactive computer programs and Web sites in secondary math and science education. Footage will be available Monday 8/7 at the following Satellite Coordinates: Satellite Feed Information: Feed Date: Monday, August 7, 2000 Feed Time: 1:30PM-2:00PM Eastern Coordinates: C-Band/Telstar 5/Transponder 16/Audio 6.2 & 6.8 Downlink Frequency: 4020 MHz (Horizontal) For more information and/or a beta version A pre-shipping release of hardware or software that has gone through alpha test. A beta version of software is supposed to be very close to the final product, but, in practice, it is more a way of getting users to test the software in the first place under real conditions. of the VNR VNR Video News Release VNR Van Nostrand Reinhold (publishing company) VNR Video Noise Reduction VNR Veranstaltungsnummer VNR VFR Flight Not Recommended VNR Video News Reel VNR Very Nice Roll VNR Variable Navigation Ratio (including script) and B-Roll, please call: Schwartz Communications, Inc. Dave Bowker/Joe Maglitta 781/684-0770 mathsoft@schwartz-pr.com |
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