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Baltzis  \nAbstract: MathCad® is a very popular software tool for mathematical and statistical analysis in science and engineering. Its low cost, ease of use, extensive function library, and worksheet–like user interface distinguish it among other commercial packages. Its features are also well suited to educational process. The use of natural mathematical notation and built–in measurement units are its two major advantages in teaching and learning. In this paper, its complementary use in the upper secondary physics education in Greece is explored. In order to demonstrate its application in the teaching process, a set of representative examples are presented. The main features and advantages of the software are also pointed out. The paper aims to present the benefits of the application of mathematical information technology tools in secondary physics education. In this effort, MathCad® is probably the most promising solution.  \nZusammenfassung: MathCad® ist ein sehr beliebtes Software-Programmentwicklungssystem fürmathematische und statistische Analyse bei der Wissenschaft-und Ingenieurwissenschaft, dessen niedrige Kosten, einfache Bedienungen, umfangreiche Funktionsbibliothek und den Arbeitsblattähnliche Benutzeroberfläche, die es unter anderen kommerziellen Paketen. Seine Eigenheiten lassen sich sehr gut im Ausbildungsbereich und Schulwesen anpassen. Der Einsatz von einfachen Notationen und eingebauten Messeeinheiten sind zwei von den wichtigsten Vorteilen von MathCad® im Bereich von Lehren und des Lernens. Im vorliegenden Artikel wird erforscht, in der Sekundarstufe II Physik in Griechenland untersucht. Es wird eine Reihe von ausgewählten Beispielen dargestellt, die seine Anwendung in der Ausbildung vorstellen. Ferner werden auch seine Haupteigenschaften und Vorteile aufgezeigt. Das Ziel dieses Artikels ist, die Vorteile der Anwendung und Benutzung von mathematischen Werzeuge der Informationtechnologie in der sekundären Ausbildung Didaktik. Zu diesem Zweck, scheint MathCad® die äußerst angemessene Lösung zu sein.  \nKeywords: physics education, information technology, MathCad®, educational tool, secondary education  \n1. Introduction  \nNowadays, innovative approaches to teaching science and engineering have appeared using information technologies (IT) tools for efficient education in terms of time and cost. Moreover, application of these new educational methodologies prepare students for more productive results, accelerate their progress and reemphasize their understanding of theories for the purpose of quality education (Li – Khan, 2005) . Use of computers and software IT tools in classrooms and laboratories, provide much more effective and efficient environments in teaching and learning, making mathematical–related science and engineering problems easier to understand.  \nThe advantages of using simulation software in conjunction with classroom teaching are well known. It is generally acceptable that the use of interactive teaching tools, which provide instant feedback to the student’s inputs, improve and accelerate the learning process. The use of simulation and IT tools in graduate courses is not a new concept (Kezunovic et al., 2004) . However, the traditional teaching methodology used in secondary education is based mainly on oral speech and use of blackboard. This situation is common in many countries, including Greece. However, in the last years, significant effort has been made to improve the Greek Secondary Education System in this aspect. The recent strategy of the Greek Ministry of Education ([http://www.ypepth.gr/](http://www.ypepth.gr/)) to employ educational software in the  \nReceived 12 February 2009, accepted 16 February 2009, published 30 March 2009.  \nteaching process in the secondary education has motivated significant efforts. In the last years, more than a hundred software programs have been ","cbCaibrTxuy8JPU8","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaibrTxuy8JPU8","pdf",163211,"English","# 1. Introduction\n## Educational software and teaching context\n## Goals for secondary physics education\n## Comparison of mathematical software tools","[{\"question\":\"Why is MathCad® considered suitable for educational use in physics?\",\"answer\":\"Its low cost, ease of use, extensive function library, and worksheet-like interface support learning. 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