Logarithm Calculator


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Content of the module

The Logarithm Calculator is an interactive, web-based module designed to help students strengthen their understanding of how to use the log function on a graphing calculator. This module functions as a study tool with a variety of practice exercises aimed at helping students to recognize the difference between linear and logarithmic scales. In addition, demonstrations of logarithmic scales and step-by-step examples of solving logarithmic expressions are included.

Approach

Users explore linear and logarithmic scales via mouse or trackpad. This module does not require a high level of precision, so it may be suitable for users with fine motor issues or eye–hand coordination difficulties. The module requires mostly mouse or trackpad clicking with few instances of dragging. For example, the user will drag a tick mark on a linear scale.

Accommodations

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Input devices
Requires mouse or trackpad, may be accessible for some special equipment replacing trackpad.
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Audio
Ambient music is included throughout the interactive as well as audio narration. However, users with HD audio sound cards may have difficulty receiving audio from the module.
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Color blindness
This module is also suitable for students who are red/green colorblind, as none of the key components are identified by red or green colors.
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Visual Aspects
The font color, type, and size cannot be adjusted.
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Interface
This interactive is only playable on platforms that support Adobe Flash, which may no longer be supported by browsers beginning in 2020. It is not supported by mobile devices.
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Language
This learning interactive is available in English only.
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Fine Motor Skills
The user navigates the interactive via mouse/trackpad. Precision clicking is required however performing the action is not under a time constraint. It does not include an option to map buttons to the keyboard.
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Subtitles
Large-print subtitles are present, easy to read, and follow the audio narration throughout the interactive.