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=== '''Introduction''' ===
=== '''Introduction''' ===
Robo-compass is an online Geometry tool for creating constructions. It allows users to make simulations of geometric constructions. The animations are exactly as we do using a physical straightedge, compass and protractor. The construction can be viewed any number of times.
Robo-compass is an online Geometry tool for creating constructions. It allows users to make simulations of geometric constructions. The animations are exactly as we would do using a physical straightedge (ruler), compass and protractor. The construction can be viewed any number of times.
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|ICT Competency
|ICT Competency
|This is a tool for creating resources for mathematics constructions.
|This is a tool for creating resources for mathematics constructions.
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|Educational application and relevance
|Educational application and relevance
|It is possible to create drawings and animations using Geogebra to explain different concepts in geometry and algebra. It can be used by teachers as an interactive construction board in the classroom for demonstration and student learning.
|It is possible to create drawings and animations using Geogebra to explain different concepts in geometry and algebra. It can be used by teachers as an interactive construction board in the classroom for demonstration and student learning.
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|Version
|Version
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|Other similar applications
|Other similar applications
|Cabri Geometry
|Cabri Geometry
Kig (software)
Kig (software)
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|The application on mobiles and tablets
|The application on mobiles and tablets
|Phone application not available. It is a web base application.
|Phone application not available. It is a web base application.
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|Development and community help
|Development and community help
|Developed by MathDisk Technologies
|Developed by MathDisk Technologies
<nowiki>http://robocompass.s3.amazonaws.com/docs/RoboCompass_Handout_Edited.pdf</nowiki>
<nowiki>http://robocompass.s3.amazonaws.com/docs/RoboCompass_Handout_Edited.pdf</nowiki>
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==== '''Overview of features''' ====
==== Overview of features ====
* The animations are exactly as we do using a physical straightedge, compass and protractor
* The animations are exactly as we do, using a physical straightedge (scale or ruler),compass and protractor
* The construction can be viewed any number of times
* The construction can be viewed any number of times
* A particular step of construction can be viewed to get a better understanding
* A particular step of construction can be viewed to get a better understanding
* Colorful presentation of arcs and lines will increase interest among the learner
* Colorful presentation of arcs and lines will increase interest among the learner
'''Installation'''
'''Installation'''
Robo-compass is free online software hence internet connection and web browser is required to view the files designed using Robo-compass. You can view information about this application on [https://www.robocompass.com https://robocompass.com] and run the application on [https://www.robocompass.com/app https://robocompass.com/app]
=== '''Working with the application''' ===
=== '''Working with the application''' ===
==== '''Getting familiar with the interface''' ====
==== Getting familiar with the interface ====
[[File:Robocompass1.png|center|thumb|600x600px]]
[[File:Robocompass1.png|center|thumb|600x600px]]
==== '''Using the tool bar – basic''' ====
==== Using the toolbar – 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|thumb|600x600px|Sign in to robo-compass|left]]
[[File:Robocompass2.png|thumb|600x600px|Sign in to robo-compass|left]]
'''Examples''' menu gives the pre-loaded simulations in robo-compass. They can be used as guide to create new constructions.
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'''Examples''' menu gives the pre-loaded simulations in Robo-compass. They can be used as guide to create new constructions.
[[File:Robo3.png|frameless|800x800px]]
[[File:Robo3.png|frameless|800x800px]]
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==== Using the Command Editor ====
Select “New Command” to add a new command item. Sequential construction commands for constructing geometric elements are given in command editor.
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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==== '''Using the tool bar - advanced features''' ====
==== Using the toolbar - advanced features ====
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]]
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]]
==== '''Saving and viewing saves files''' ====
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==== Saving and viewing saved files ====
* To save your work click the Save button. The Save dialogue box will open
* To save your work click the Save button. The Save dialogue box will open
[[File:Robo7.png|left|thumb|581x581px]]
[[File:Robo7.png|left|thumb|581x581px]]
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==== '''Advanced features''' ====
==== 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
Geometers Sketchpad enable both students and teachers to explore geometric relationships dynamically and to create very complex and yet very precise geometric constructions
Robo-compass for creating simulations that help in accuracy and understanding of geometric construction and gives the clarity of the basic ideas of construction.
Robo-compass for creating simulations that help in accuracy and understanding of geometric construction and gives the clarity of the basic ideas of construction.
=== '''References''' ===
=== '''References''' ===
[http://www.robocompass.com/app Robo-compass web application]
[http://www.robocompass.com/app Robo-compass web application]