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Apex Maths Word ProblemsWritten by Peter Clarke and Paul Harrison
Frequently Asked QuestionsDo I have to install Apex Maths Word Problems on my computer in order to use it? Can Apex Maths Word Problems be used on a Mac? How do I install the software on my computer? Do I need to have the CD-ROM in the computer once I have installed the software? Will the software run on a network? How will Apex Maths Word Problems improve Maths teaching in my school? Do I need an interactive whiteboard to use the software? Can I use my school's e-learning credits? What software will I need to use Apex Maths Word Problems? Does this software run on an RM network? Is Apex Maths Word Problems Windows Vista compatible? Do I have to install Apex Maths Word Problems on my computer in order to use it?Yes. You will need to have administrator access to your computer to do this ? please check with your ICT coordinator. Can Apex Maths Word Problems be used on a Mac?Yes. Apex Maths Word Problems can be used on a Mac. How do I install the software on my computer?Insert the CD-ROM into the CD drive. PC installation: 1. The CD-ROM will install automatically on most PCs. If the CD-ROM does not install automatically, you should:
2. Follow the on screen instructions. 3. An 'Apex Maths' icon (one for each year) should appear on your desktop. Double-click on the new icon to start the program. Mac installation: 1. After inserting the CD-ROM into the disk drive, double-click on the 'ApexMaths' icon and then the 'Apex Maths Installer' file. 2. Follow the on screen instructions. 3. An 'Apex Maths' icon (one for each year) should appear on your desktop. Double-click on the new icon to start the program. Do I need to have the CD-ROM in the computer once I have installed the software?No. Once the software has been installed, it does not require the CD-ROM to operate. Will the software run on a network?Apex Maths Word Problems can be installed on a network, and a network licence is included in the price of the software. To install the software on a network: 1. Place the CD-ROM in the server's CD drive, cancel the automatic installation, and then right-click on the 'CD-ROM' icon. 2. From the menu, select 'open'. 3. Select the installation file and copy and paste it into your chosen folder on the server. Client machines will now be able to install directly from the server by clicking on the installation file. How will Apex Maths Word Problems improve Maths teaching in my school?Apex Maths Word Problems provides an easy-to-access, customisable bank of differentiated word problems to save you time in thinking up new problems, and prepares ready-to-print-out activity sheets. It allows you to mix and match all mathematical operations across a range of maths topics, enabling activity sheets to be tailored to suit the topic(s) being taught and also to encourage children to reason about which operation is best for a particular problem. It provides a range of familiar and interesting contexts that will encourage children to use and apply their mathematical knowledge. Do I need an interactive whiteboard to use the software?Not necessarily, although Apex Maths Word Problems is designed to make use of the features offered by an interactive whiteboard. The activity sheets generated by the software can be previewed on a whiteboard, with the options of highlighter, pen and eraser tools, to help you to discuss the problems with children. Can I use my school's e-learning credits?Yes. Apex Maths Word Problems can be bought using e-learning credits. What software will I need to use Apex Maths Word Problems?Most computers will already have all the necessary software installed. Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher (with the Flash plug-in) and Microsoft Word are required to be able to view the tests generated by Apex Maths Word Problems. Additionally, to read the Teacher's Notes some users may need to install free reader software from the Adobe website (www.adobe.com). What settings on my computer should I use to display Apex Maths Word Problems on an interactive whiteboard?To obtain the best display results on an interactive whiteboard, make sure that your screen resolution is set to at least 1024 x 768 pixels (although Apex Maths Word Problems will work in 800 x 600 as well). The Apex Maths Word Problems interactive whitebaord screen may be viewed in initial window size or enlarged to full screen display. Enlarging to full screen may result in the deterioration of the visual quality of a small percentage of the images. Does this software run on an RM network?This software does not support Community Connect 3 or other RM products. For further information, please contact technical support at techsupport@cambridge-hitachi.com Is Apex Maths Word Problems Windows Vista compatible?Apex (up to version 1.01) is not Windows Vista compatible, however a new Vista compatible version is currently under development. If you have already purchased Apex and you wish to receive a Vista compatible version once this becomes available, please email a request to techsupport@cambridge-hitachi.com with your personal/institutional information, postal address and invoice number. |
