Computer Algebra in Introductory Group Theory:
Exploring Permutation Groups
with Maple V
Suda Kunyosying
Department of
Mathematics & Engineering
Shepherd College
Shepherdstown, WV
25443
Abstract
This paper discusses the use of
Maple V’s group and combinat packages in the study
of elementary abstract algebra or introductory group theory. The
main focus of the paper is to show how to introduce discovery learning
into abstract algebra class and how
to use a laboratory approach to teach basic concepts of group theory
with the help of elementary group theory commands found in MAPLE V’s
packages group and combinat.
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