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 === '''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.
 {| class="wikitable"
 |ICT Competency
-|This is a tool for creating			resources for mathematics constructions.
+|This is a tool for creating resources for mathematics constructions.
 |-
-|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.
 |-
 |Version
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 |-
 |Other similar applications
-|Cabri			Geometry
+|Cabri Geometry
-Kig			(software)
+Kig (software)
 |-
-|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.
 |-
 |Development and community help
-|Developed			by MathDisk Technologies
+|Developed by MathDisk Technologies
 <nowiki>http://robocompass.s3.amazonaws.com/docs/RoboCompass_Handout_Edited.pdf</nowiki>
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 ==== 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'''
-Robocompass is free online software hence internet connection and web browser is required to view the files designed using Robocompass.
+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''' ===
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 [[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.
 [[File:Robocompass2.png|thumb|600x600px|Sign in to robo-compass|left]]
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 {{Clear}}
-'''Examples''' menu gives the pre-loaded simulations in robo-compass. They can be used as guide to create new constructions.
+'''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]]
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 {{Clear}}
-==== 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]]

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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	construction can be viewed any number of times
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 === '''Working with the application''' ===
-==== '''Getting familiar with the interface''' ====
+==== Getting familiar with the interface ====
 [[File:Robocompass1.png|center|thumb|600x600px]]
-==== '''Using the tool bar – basic''' ====
+==== Using the tool bar – basic ====
 Sign into Robo-Compass using a Gmail account before saving a worksheet.
 [[File:Robocompass2.png|thumb|600x600px|Sign in to robo-compass|left]]
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 {{Clear}}
-'''Using the Command Editor'''
+==== 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.
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 {{Clear}}
-==== '''Using the tool bar - advanced features''' ====
+==== Using the tool bar - 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]]
   {{Clear}}
-==== '''Saving and viewing saves files''' ====
+==== Saving and viewing saved files ====
 * To	save your work click the Save	button. The Save dialogue box will open
 [[File:Robo7.png|left|thumb|581x581px]]
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 {{Clear}}
-==== '''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

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 Sign into Robo-Compass using a Gmail account before saving a worksheet.
 [[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.
 [[File:Robo3.png|frameless|800x800px]]
 '''Using the Command Editor'''
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 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''' ====
 * To	save your work click the Save	button. The Save dialogue box will open
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 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''' ===
 [http://www.robocompass.com/app Robo-compass web application]

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 Simulations created can be viewed with play button in the command window.
-[[File:Robo4.png|left|thumb|500x500px]]
+[[File:Robo4.png|left|thumb|500x500px]][[File:Robo5.png|none|thumb|500x500px]]
 [[File:Robo5.png|none|thumb|500x500px]]
 ==== '''Using the tool bar - 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]]
 ==== '''Saving and viewing saves files''' ====
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 [[File:Robo7.png|left|thumb|581x581px]]
 [[File:Robo8.png|thumb|573x573px]]
 ==== '''Advanced features''' ====

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 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''' ===
 [http://www.robocompass.com/app Robo-compass web application]

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	[https://colleenyoung.wordpress.com/2014/05/17/robocompass/ Mathematics, learning and technology]		[https://colleenyoung.wordpress.com/2014/05/17/robocompass/ Mathematics, learning and technology]
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 === '''References''' ===
-Robo-compass web application
+[http://www.robocompass.com/app Robo-compass web application]
-Robo-compass user guide
+[http://robocompass.s3.amazonaws.com/docs/RoboCompass_Handout_Edited.pdf Robo-compass user guide]
-Robo-compass tutorial
+[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e72YnquiuUg Robo-compass tutorial]
-Mathematics, learning and technology
+[https://colleenyoung.wordpress.com/2014/05/17/robocompass/ Mathematics, learning and technology]

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 ==== '''Using the tool bar – basic''' ====
 Sign into Robo-Compass using a Gmail account before saving a worksheet.
-[[File:Robocompass2.png|left|thumb|600x600px|Sign in to robo-compass]]
+[[File:Robocompass2.png|thumb|600x600px|Sign in to robo-compass]]

← Older revision		Revision as of 08:40, 14 February 2019
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	* 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'''
		+
		+	Robocompass is free online software hence internet connection and web browser is required to view the files designed using Robocompass.
		+
		+	=== '''Working with the application''' ===
		+
		+	==== '''Getting familiar with the interface''' ====
		+	[[File:Robocompass1.png\|center\|thumb\|600x600px]]
		+
		+	==== '''Using the tool bar – basic''' ====
		+	Sign into Robo-Compass using a Gmail account before saving a worksheet.
		+	[[File:Robocompass2.png\|left\|thumb\|600x600px\|Sign in to robo-compass]]