Bill Pletsch* (USA), bpletsch@tvi.cc.nm.us
A Computer Classroom Lecture: Asymptotic Convergence of Rational Functions

Computer algebra in the mathematics classroom will be discussed with special
attention to the computer classroom . A specific computer classroom lecture
will be demonstrated, that of the convergence of a rational function to a
polynomial. Computer algebra is in a unique position to aid students in
learning this concept. Symbol manipulation is necessary to do the polynomial
division. Simultaneously, the presentation will demonstrate the modern methods
of presenting a mathematical concept from the numerical, graphical, and
symbolic points of view.