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| ==== '''Using the tool bar – basic''' ==== | | ==== '''Using the tool bar – basic''' ==== |
| Sign into Robo-Compass using a Gmail account before saving a worksheet. | | Sign into Robo-Compass using a Gmail account before saving a worksheet. |
− | [[File:Robocompass2.png|left|thumb|600x600px|Sign in to robo-compass]] | + | [[File:Robocompass2.png|thumb|600x600px|Sign in to robo-compass]] |
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| + | '''Examples''' menu gives the pre-loaded simulations in robo-compass. They can be used as guide to create new constructions. |
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| + | [[File:Robo3.png|frameless|800x800px]] |
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| + | '''Using the Command Editor''' |
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| + | Select “New Command” to add a new command item. Sequential construction commands for constructing geometric elements are given in command editor. |
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| + | Simulations created can be viewed with play button in the command window. |
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| + | [[File:Robo4.png|left|thumb|500x500px]] |
| + | [[File:Robo5.png|none|thumb|500x500px]] |
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| + | ==== '''Using the tool bar - advanced features''' ==== |
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| + | ==== Additional features to view in 2D/3D, full screen and show grid – can be modified with the menu bar on the left. ==== |
| + | [[File:Robo6.png|center|thumb|700x700px]] |
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| + | ==== '''Saving and viewing saves files''' ==== |
| + | * To save your work click the Save button. The Save dialogue box will open |
| + | [[File:Robo7.png|left|thumb|592x592px]] |
| + | [[File:Robo8.png|thumb|569x569px]] |
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| + | ==== '''Advanced features''' ==== |
| + | Geometers Sketchpad enable both students and teachers to explore geometric relationships dynamically and to create very complex and yet very precise geometric constructions |
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| + | === '''Ideas for resource creation''' === |
| + | Robo-compass for demonstrating geometric constructions. |
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| + | Robo-compass for creating simulations that help in accuracy and understanding of geometric construction and gives the clarity of the basic ideas of construction. |
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| + | === '''References''' === |
| + | Robo-compass web application |
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| + | Robo-compass user guide |
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| + | Robo-compass tutorial |
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| + | Mathematics, learning and technology |