Abstract: A device for recording individual answers to a set of questions selected from several sets of questions with each set having an identification code. The device includes a selector for entering an identification code to select one of the sets of questions. An indicator serially prompts for an answer to each question within the set. Response buttons are provided for entering an answer to each question. The number of correct and incorrect answers is recorded and can be downloaded into a computer for instant grading and archiving.

Abstract: An interactive coordinated book assembly useful for teaching in a parent/child, teacher/student or self-study environment, comprising: a plurality of left and right main pages, the pages containing textual material and a key word on each page, (The key word may be different on each page); a plurality of left and right activity pages, each of the activity pages containing an activity area and a direction text area; the main pages and the activity pages being alternately interleaved and bound along one edge to form a book; the direction text area on the activity page area containing at least one activity to be read by a parent to a child, the direction area text on the right activity page being reverse coordinated with the key word appearing on the left main page and the direction text area on the activity page area containing text to be read by a parent to a child, the activity being coordinated with the key word appearing on the fight main page, the left activity page containing a repetition of the key word p

Abstract: An interactive learning device in the form of an open book for toddlers and preschoolers, having a plurality of embodiments. In one embodiment the book has three-dimensional letters of the alphabet received by a card that spells a word. The card is adapted to be placed in the book and a speech processor circuit recites the word written therein and sounds the phonic associated with each phoneme in the word when the child places the correct alphabet letters in the card, and repeats the entire word. In a second embodiment the book acts as a simple translator. In a third embodiment the book is in the form of a talking math calculator that teaches elementary mathematical operations. In a fourth embodiment the child may learn the sounds and names associated with various animals, and may also translate the animal names. A plurality of shapes and colors may also be represented by cards and indica bearing units.

Abstract: An electronic toy for teaching a child language and arithmetic skills utilizing a keyboard which is associated with the toy. Various illustrated cards intended to assist the child in learning language and mathematical skills are inserted into a slot associated with the keyboard. The portion of the card would include some sort of indicia which would prompt a child to utilize one or more keys in a particular order of the keyboard to spell a word or solve a mathematical problem. The portion of the card inserted into the slot has machine readable information included thereon which, a computer contained in the toy, would compare to the keys depressed by the child. Proper depression of the keys would be vocalized by the toy as well as appear on a display. Furthermore, various portions of the toy would move based upon the correct depression of the keys.

Abstract: The Recognition Training System (RTS) incorporates a new and innovative process which facilitates the training of a person to rapidly and accurately distinguish between members of a set of entities, through the trainee interacting with RTS. The methodology of RTS involves the presentation of one or more attributes associated with an entity, while the trainee attempts to identify by name the entity, or the trainee may request that specific entities and associated attributes be shown for reference purposes. RTS supports an interactive training process which is almost completely self directed and affords a trainee an opportunity to make distinctions between similar entities by employing a two stage presentation facility. Attributes presented may be in the form of descriptive text, bitmap images, audio, and still and motion video.

Abstract: An interactive learning system for providing various modes of instruction relating to a syntax-intensive subject matter such as a computer program language. The modes of instruction may include a video lesson mode of instruction, a reference text mode of instruction and a syntax analysis mode of instruction in which the user attempts to answer questions presented by the system. The user's entries are analyzed for proper syntax and if any errors are found therein, the user is provided visual feedback relating to any errors found in the entries.

Abstract: An interactive book or device having a mechanism for generating a plurality of sensory outputs in manner that maximizes the interaction between the user and the book or device. The interactive book includes function initiators for initiating a unique sensory output that corresponds to a visual indicia on a page of the book. A function level selector is coupled to the function initiators that selectively changes a function level and thereby selectively changes the sensory output corresponding to each function initiator. Consequently, the number of sensory outputs is increased and thereby enables greater interaction between the user and the book. It also encourages the user to creatively combine the sensory outputs to obtain a cognizable aggregate output.

Abstract: An educational toy is disclosed which includes a sensor having an array of sensing points and a sensor sheet having a flexible face against which an object whose shape is to be recognized is placed, the object providing a change in electrical characteristics at points of the array which are contacted by the object, an output for detecting points whose electrical characteristics have been altered, a memory for comparing the relative positions of the points in such an array with information stored in memory to determine to which of the memorized set of objects the changed characteristics correspond and providing an output in a child recognizable manner associated with the shape placed on the sensor sheet.

Abstract: A teaching toy (8) includes at least one receptacle (12). Receptacle (12) has a conductive signal-out pad and a plurality of conductive code-in pads (46) at an inner surface. At least one remote unit (14) is included which is removable from receptacle (12). Remote unit (14) has multiple sides and a conductive signal-in pad for capacitive coupling to the signal-out pad. Remote unit (14) also has at least one conductive code-out pad (50) electrically connected to the signal-in pad for capacitive coupling to one of the code-in pads (46). The signal-in pad and the code-out pad (50) are disposed on a first side of unit (14). Remote unit (14) also has a datum disposed on a second side. A processor (20) is included for generating a control signal to the signal-out pad and detecting data signals from the code-in pads (46). Processor (20) associates the data signals with and generates data representing the datum. A memory (22) is included which stores instructions for operating processor (20).

Abstract: A grid for use to select and enter data into a computer, which comprises a planar surface on which selective elements, preferably consisting of beads, are movably mounted. Each element can be introduced onto the planar surface between a set of predetermined locations that preferably extend along a slot and each corresponds to one of the data to be entered. Each slot corresponds to a question. For each question, the grid offers several positions which correspond to a corresponding number of responses. Once all the responses are given, the grid can be read by a suitable reader connected to a microcomputer, the process being simple, fast, reliable and not expensive. The grid and its reader can be part of a kit also including a software to be inserted and used by the computer to which the reader is connected, for compiling the information that is transmitted to this computer by the reader.

Abstract: An audio storybook incorporates raised characters within the storybook which are electronically connected to sound synthesizer and reproduction apparatus associated with a book. The book provides the ability to utilize a progressively revealed pattern in a story, thus improving the ability of such storybooks to accommodate complex story lines and hold the reader's attention.

Abstract: There is disclosed an affordable method and system of fully automating the instruction of a plurality of students which incorporates the use of a single CPU in conjunction with student questioning, responding and information feedback devices and which no longer relies upon the ability, mindset or even presence of a classroom teacher. The method further includes a fully-automated directly-integrated marks, records, reports and lesson management system.

Abstract: A casing which accommodates an electric circuit for generating sounds of different tones or voice sounds has a recess 11 defined in its upper panel and a loudspeaker 12 disposed therein and mounted on the upper panel for reproducing and radiating sounds or voice sounds. A plurality of tone plates can selectively be placed, one at a time, in the recess. Each of the tone plates has dots and a bar code indicative of a sound or voice sound of its own. When one of the tone plates is inserted in the recess, the dots or bar code is detected by a sensor in the recess, and the electric circuit enables the loudspeaker to reproduce and radiate a tone or voice which is indicated by the inserted tone plate.

Abstract: An electronic learning device (10) uses keys (12a-d) which self-generate an electric signals responsive to a key being pressed. One signal drives the CORRECT segments (18b) of a display (18) and the other signal selectively drive the IN segments (18a) responsive to switching circuitry (16). Cards (14) provide a query and a plurality of possible answers, each possible answer associated with one of the keys (12a-d). A correct answer is encoded on the card.

Abstract: A response speed and accuracy measurement device includes a multidigit code generator for generating a multidigit code of numeric or alphabetic characters or other symbols. A start switch causes a code to be generated and displayed for a limited time duration. The operator then attempts to enter the last displayed code as quickly as possible using the data entry keys of a keyboard. A timer measures the operator's response time. A comparator checks the entered code against the displayed code for detecting a match. An output is generated in the event of a match to indicate the operator's response time.

Abstract: A self-help test book or similar device incorporating quiz cards is disclosed. The test book comprises question display elements, each of which bears printed questions. Each question is identified by an answer identification code having a first graphic designation and a second numeric designation. The test book is also provided with an answer display element, bearing answers to the questions. The answers are arranged in blocks according to the graphic designation of the particular question to which the answer belongs, and are further organized within each block by the numeric designation of that question. The questions are assigned answer identification codes in a non-ordered fashion so that answers to adjacent questions are displaced from one another. Questions and answers thereto are fully and simultaneously visible.

Abstract: A learning device including a holder having a storage area and a display area. Information cards including a problem and a coded solution are selectively introduced into the display area wherein the problem remains visible and the coded answer is viewed through one or more specifically configured openings which combine with the coded answer to provide a deciphered or readable answer.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method and system for administering to a student a problem in computer science for testing, analysis and feedback. The student is provided with an item pool of predetermined test problems to be selected by the student. The student inputs a solution in response to the problem selected, and the solution program is converted, by lexing and parsing, into an abstract syntax tree representation. Predetermined knowledge base patterns are selected from a knowledge base and compared against portions of the abstract syntax tree. Messages and a score are provided to the student which indicate the correctness or incorrectness of the solution program, as determined by the knowledge base patterns which were matched against the portions of the abstract syntax tree. The present method and system is especially qualified to analyze free-response test items.

Abstract: An educational device (10) for facilitating vocabulary development includes a display (11) for displaying reading text, a keyboard (12) and microprocessor (14). The reader selects target words or short phrases whose meaning may be unfamiliar. A context-sensitive sentence illustrating the meaning of the selected portion of the reading text and including the target word or phrase is provided and displayed for a first preselected period. The target word or phrase in the context-sensitive sentence is replaced with verification text and displayed for a second preselected period. A test function furnishes context-sensitive questions that check the reader's understanding of the correct meaning. Performance information is collected and presented upon request.

Abstract: An electronic educational video system apparatus for connection to a standard television receiver for teaching basic skills to a child through the use of animated graphic displays which serve to motivate the child to utilize the apparatus and enhance the child's learning. A microprocessor cooperates with digital memory, a video generator, a sound generator, and a voice synthesizer to generate a display of a pictorial representation upon the television receiver combined with a request associated with the pictorial representation directing the child to provide a proposed correct response. The child's correct response is compared to the actual correct response stored in the digital memory so that the particular pictorial representation associated with a particular request may become animated to provide an indication to the child of the correctness of the child's response. The child may provide his or her response through a plurality of interchangeable input devices.

Abstract: A method and system for interactive test taking is provided, having a computer with memory, an image display screen, and a pointing device such as a mouse for examinee manipulation of symbols or objects on the screen. Starting figural material is presented on the screen along with a problem statement requiring responses relative to the starting figural material. The examinee inputs response data through the mouse, manipulating and/or generating symbols on the screen in relation to the starting figural material. Scoring of the examinee's responses is done on-line or after completion of all tasks, and may include an evaluation of the sequence of examinee responses to respective items, as well as an evaluation of the duration of the examinee's response or any component of such response to an item.

Abstract: The game apparatus of the present invention comprises a plurality of game cards with each game card having an indicia bearing front and rear face. The front face of each card includes a pictorial representation and the rear face has a worded description of that particular pictorial representation. The game apparatus further includes a card support for supporting the cards individually in a generally upright position with the pictorial representation on the front face of each card in an exposed position and the worded description on the rear face of each card being viewable from the rear of the card support without having to remove the card from the card support. The players of the game include one guesser at least one bluffer and a truth teller. The bluffers and the truth teller view the back of the card. The bluffers then give an inaccurate statement and the truth teller gives an accurate statement as to the pictorial representation on the card.

Abstract: Memory-oriented or pattern matching games use game pieces having indicia which become excited responsive to a brief exposure to strong light or another activating event for emitting colored light during a short period of time. The games use the excitable indicating medium to present certain information to the players for a short time period. Thereafter, the players are required to use their memory of the temporarily-presented information in order to accomplish some task. In some embodiments, the games present a random arrangement of color-coding which soon becomes invisible after the excitement subsides. Then, the players must use their memory of the game piece locations to select only those pieces which are assigned to them. In another embodiment of the invention, a maze is printed in excitable ink which is visible only during the short time period of excitement. The players must try to complete the maze before the pattern, or their memory of it, dissipates.

Abstract: A device for training of differentiation by coordination of symbols being of numerical, alphanumeric, word and/or pictorial in character. The symbol are arranged on the front surface of a card of plastic, cardboard or metallic foil. The symbols are arranged in two sections on the front surface of the card, the symbols in one section representing "questions" and the symbols in the other section representing "answers" to such questions. Each section is defined by a graph of colored lines printed or coded on the front surface. A plurality of clamping means are color-coded to the color of the "answer" symbols and adapted to be removably fastened over the border of the card overlapping the "question" symbols.

Abstract: Apparatus and method are disclosed for achieving automated evaluation and oring of a participant's response to questions selected pseudo-randomly. A plurality of questions are available for each of a plurality of categories, in a question file. For each question there is an answer in an answer file. The answer includes characters preselected to denote a tolerance that permits a partially correct answer automatically to be credited to the participant's point total. A perfect answer is worth a predetermined full-credit value that is the same for each question; and, a partially correct answer that is within the tolerance for that question, is worth a predetermined fraction of the full-credit value. Pseudo-random selection of the questions from the question file is performed by a number generator that is seeded from the system's clock with the time of day that the system is activated.

Abstract: An electronic learning device (10) uses keys (12a-e) which self-generate an electric signal responsive to a key being pressed. The electric signal is sufficient to drive a display (18) for indicating the correctness of the response. Cards (14) provide a query and a plurality of possible answers, each possible answer associated with one of the keys (12a-e). A correct answer is encoded on the card.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for presenting information to be learned and/or memorized, wherein the information is reduced to a columnar format, reduced to a reduced text column format which includes only capitalized letters and logical symbols, and further reduced to a fully reduced text cue column format so that the capitalized letters are replaced by non-text symbols; the information is presented by first displaying the topic, topic type and text column format, next displaying the topic, topic type and reduced text cue column format, next displaying the topic, topic type fully reduced text cue column format; and finally concealing topic, topic type, text column, reduced text cue column, and fully reduced text cue column; the information is reinforced by first displaying the topic, topic type and fully reduced text cue column, next displaying the topic, topic type and reduced text cue column, and finally displaying the topic, topic type and text column.

Abstract: A learning aid and tutor for school subjects. Comprised of a main-unit which accepts a media for recorded information for a learning activity. The learning activity is both entering the subject matter into the information media, note taking, and using that information media to support a multiple-choice mock-test. The media is customized by and for the user, to subject currently of interest to the user. This media has an answer-to-question correlation function which allows random presentation of information for repeated use. The main-unit has a means for selecting the question in reference to this media and a means for the user to select the corresponding answer in reference to this media. The main-unit has a means for indicating to the user the correctness and incorrectness of their answer selections.

Abstract: An electronic educational teaching apparatus is disclosed herein for use in learning key subjects such as geography, which has an information card presenting visual question and answer data and supported in a holder or stand which houses an electronic circuit for comparing user input answer data with memory stored correct answer data. In one form, the apparatus includes a microprocessor employed with an input keyboard for entering answer data and an output display to indicate answer results. Internal circuits compare the user input answer data with the stored correct answer data and with interconnecting circuits to sense right and wrong answers with alarm, display and score registering capability. The keyboard input is processed by the microprocessor, then coupled to LED displays via LED drivers. An audible device is connected to the microprocessor for providing audible indications of answer correctness. Power supply circuits, including D.C.

Abstract: A computerized method is provided for helping students in acquiring and developing the ability to perform an art or skill. This is done in an interactive sequence wherein responses made by a student to inquiries and directives are digitized and compared with hidden idealized parameters and with previous responses, and an evaluation is communicated to the student with encouragements.

Abstract: An audio-visual interactive puzzle includes a rigid puzzle form defining a predetermined number of form cutouts, an upper graphic disposed on the form upper surface, and a plurality of respective removable puzzle pieces, each having a peripheral configuration conforming to that of an associated form cutout and bearing a piece graphic. A flexible membrane bears on the underside thereof a plurality of conductors in predetermined relative disposition, and a plurality of respective lower graphics overlie the flexible membrane and underlie the form cutouts. A spacer includes respective spacer cutouts generally corresponding to and disposed to underlie the form cutouts, and a conductive ground plane underlies the spacer cutouts. An electronic sound generator generates respective predetermined associated sounds in response to the input signals applied thereto.

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Abstract: A method of teaching a student and using a computer game teaching system, a computer game and educational information contained in one or more tutorial modules. A plurality of questions contained in the tutorial module are presented to the student at pause points in the game, the scoring algorithm for the game is modified as a result of positive responses to the questions to permit higher probability of scoring in the game. The student's responses to the questions are stored in a scores database which is transmitted for analysis, at a central location which analyzes the responses from many students and prepares a report for transmittal to a parent or teacher to guide the student's further education.

Abstract: An electronic educational video system apparatus for connection to a standard television receiver for teaching basic skills to a child through the use of animated graphic displays which serve to motivate the child to utilize the apparatus and enhance the child's learning. A microprocessor cooperates with digital memory, a video generator, a sound generator, and a voice synthesizer to generate a display of a pictorial representation upon the television receiver combined with a request associated with the pictorial representation directing the child to provide a proposed correct response. The child's correct response is compared to the actual correct response stored in the digital memory so that the particular pictorial representation associated with a particular request may become animated to provide an indication to the child of the correctness of the child's response. The child may provide his or her response through a plurality of interchangeable input devices.

Abstract: A teaching device includes a changeable two channel prerecorded program source, and a console unit including a work booklet. The first channel of the program source includes an audio program comprising a series of spoken words which are audibly reproduced by the console unit and the second channel includes a series of control signals which are operative for actuating lights adjacent prespecified words in the work booklet. The operation of the console unit is coordinated with the audio program so that lights are actuated adjacent to the words in the work booklet as the same words are audibly reproduced by the console unit. One embodiment of the device further includes a plurality of depressible user response buttons on the console unit for indicating responses to questions presented in the audio program.

Abstract: Teaching and amusement apparatus includes a self-contained electronic pen which is used in conjunction with specially printed material to provide an interactive system, e.g. in the form of a worksheet or book having question and answer areas. The pen senses differences, not visually discernable, in the infra-red radiation reflectivities of the answer areas to indicate audibly and visually whether a correct or incorrect answer has been selected. The pen operates in a programming mode wherein a program for the particular game to be played is loaded into the apparatus by sensing the reflectivities of areas on the worksheet or book and then is switched automatically into an active mode wherein correct and incorrect answers are sensed. The pen confirms to the user that the program has been correctly loaded into the apparatus.

Abstract: An electronic instructional apparatus is provided wherein the operator engages in exercises in spelling, arithmetic and associational exercises by responding, in part, to audible prompts provided by the apparatus in the form of requests and/or questions to which the operator must respond. The requests and/or questions are based upon digital data stored within the memory representative of numbers, letters of the alphabet, colors and physical objects, such as commonly recognized animals. The operator responds to the requests and/or questions by inserting answer blocks into input cavities provided in the apparatus housing. Each answer block has disposed thereon a plurality of display faces bearing indicia representative of potential responses to the presented statements and/or questions. Each display face has corresponding input surfaces which cooperate with detection elements to input into said apparatus the response selected by the operator.

Abstract: Educational marble board game for facilitating the teaching of arithmetic or other mathematical or related mainly numerical games. Marble launchers fitting upright near corners of a game board, outside a bounded generally horizontal playing surface, store marbles for use by the players. The players move player pieces along a pathway and receive instructions printed on the pathway segments. Released marbles are launched individually or together onto the playing surface, where they come to rest in respective indentations. Underneath each rest position is an answer to a question posed to the player, as by being keyed to the row and column in which the rest position indentation is located or alternatively printed directly on the playing surface alongside the marble rest position. Players are rewarded for correct answers, penalized for incorrect ones, or both, and optionally also by chance, with simulated money.

Abstract: A test kit and method of use. The kit comprises at least one indicia bearing test sheet, at least one associated, indicia-bearing, instruction sheet, one indicia-bearing marker for the test sheet, and a binder for the sheets. The test sheet bears indicia forming one target icon and a plurality of answer icons. One of the answer icons is identical to the target icon, and the others of the answer icons are similar to the target icon yet somewhat different in appearance. The answer icons are located at predetermined locations on the test sheet. The marker comprises a transparent member bearing indicia corresponding exactly to the target icon. The instruction sheet bears plural respective instructional text at locations corresponding to the locations of the answer icons on the test sheet. Each of the text provides information describing the differences and/or similarities between the target icon and that answer icon which is located in the same respective position on the test sheet.

Abstract: An electronic handheld arithmetic learning aid which includes a speech synthesis device, a speaker driven by the speech synthesis device, a memory having digital data stored therein from which a plurality of mathematical problems may be derived for presentation to an operator for solution, and a controller for accessing selected portions of the digital data from the memory for input to the speech synthesizer device in presenting the mathematical problems to the operator in an audibly voiced manner via the speaker. In one aspect, at least some of the mathematical problems derivable from the memory involve respective sets of at least two individual numbers from which the operator is expected to determine a particular mathematical relation in providing a solution to the corresponding mathematical problem.

Abstract: An educational device includes a generally L-shaped visual blocking stand for obstructing visual contact between a question asking individual and a question answering individual. A representation of a human eye is formed on one side of a vertical portion of the stand and includes two different colored electric lamps connected for selectively illuminating the eye to indicate a correct or wrong answer. A plurality of cards each have a question relating to a particular curriculum on a first side and a multiple choice group of answers on an opposite side. A slot is formed in the vertical stand portion for conveying information on one of the cards. A plurality of switches are operative to illuminate the different colored electric lamps to indicate when a correct or wrong answer has been given.

Abstract: A printed sheet of paper that is useful as a self-evaluated mathematics test is disclosed. The sheet has inscribed thereon an arrangement of the numerals that represent first and second cardinal numbers. The numerals are so positioned as to indicate a mathematics problem calling for the first and second numbers to be either added together, subtracted one from the other, multiplied one by the other, or divided one by the other. The correct answer to the problem is a third number having at least two digits, but that number does not appear in the arrangement. Instead, there is the inscription of a fourth number (a "check answer"), which reprsents the sum of all of the digits of the correct answer. The student can check the correctness of his or her answer before handing in the completed test, by adding together the digits in his or her answer and seeing if the sum matches the check answer. If the two do not match, the student knows to rework the problem, but still does not know what the correct answer is.

Abstract: An educational device adapted to use interchangeable card members having comparable informational indicia thereon is provided comprising a casing having interchangeable dielectric panel members having upper and lower surfaces removably secured to the casing. A plurality of pairs of normally open electric current paths are associated with the lower surface of the panel member, each of the current paths having a pair of normally open magnetic switches thereby forming a corresponding pair of magnetic switches. A source of electrical energy is connected to the open electric current paths operative when activated to provide a sensurous indication when a corresponding pair of normally open switches is closed.

Abstract: An instructional device is disclosed herein having a booklet containing a series of sheets displaying questions, selectable answers and clues taking the form of pictorial, graphic and alpha/numeric characters. The selectable answers are displays of specific graphic forms and these graphic forms are repeated in seemingly random arrangement on an answer area of the sheet which includes an index mark. A separate decoder is provided having a case with open windows adapted to visually display underlying graphic forms from the answer area for visual comparison with selected graphic forms entered by the user into the decoder via movable members carrying graphic forms wherein the selected graphic forms on the movable members appear adjacent to windows with the correct answer association.

Abstract: A game comprises a playing surface having two fields of play. In a first field, a plurality of multiple choice questions are set forth, each choice being identified by a particular symbol. On a second field of play, these symbols are assembled to form a solution which answers a further question. In a preferred embodiment, answers can be selected to the multiple choice questions which will provide an acceptable, but incorrect, answer on the second field of play. In a particular embodiment, the symbols dictated by the choice of the answer to the questions in the first field of play are letters, and the solution formed in the second field of play is a word.

Abstract: A simulated combat game set in which the players are provided with toy water guns and each player wears a target. When a gun is fired by a player it shoots out a beam of water, each player trying to hit a vulnerable site on the target worn by an opposing player and thereby strike him out. To this end, the vulnerable site on the target is constituted by a plaque or label having printed thereon a strike symbol or other hit indicator covered by a mask that conceals the indicator. The hit indicator is rendered readable only when the mask is made wet and transparent by a water beam impinging thereon.

Abstract: An educational device with which a user employs selected positioning of two masks over an array of normally unintelligible information to decipher an intelligible message therefrom, the positioning of the masks being determined by correctly associating useful information on a base member carrying the unintelligible information with markers and indicia carried on the masks and base member.

Abstract: A children's educational apparatus comprising a driving member and a control member. The driving member includes a driving roll and two driven rolls, all which rotate together. A set of cards is set on each of the driven rolls, cards in one set being printed with mathematical questions and cards in the other set being printed with the solutions corresponding to those questions. The control member includes pressing keys on a keyboard, each of which is marked with a number on the upper face thereof and connects to a keying arm. When pressing the keys on which correct members corresponding to solutions of the mathematical questions are marked, the keying arms will be forced to move, thus forcing a pushing element to push the driving roll to rotate, then changing the cards to the next one.

Abstract: A game apparatus is provided and consists of nine tic-tac-toe arrangements whereby two teams answer questions until three tic-tac-toe arrangements are won in a vertical, horizontal or diagonal row to completely win the game.

Abstract: A data entry terminal for storing a plurality of user generated answers is described which includes a removable volatile read/write memory module. The memory module is used to store formatting information used to configure the data entry terminal as appropriate for a particular set of questions. The memory module can for example store a set of correct answers as well as a set of user answers for each of the questions of the test, and it can store data used to disable certain functions of the data entry terminal, such as the ability of a user to revise an initially entered answer. The data entry terminal operates to record user answers in the portable memory module, which can then be removed from the data entry terminal and applied as an input to an external computer for analyzing user responses. The portable memory module includes a battery for powering a volatile semiconductor memory included in the module.