Software for “Making the Most of the Micro - Getting Down to Basics”
This is the BBC Micro software used in the programme. The programs can be run in your browser. Select one and then follow the on-screen instructions.
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TEACH2
Runs an classroom additions test where the two numbers to add are shown on the blackboard, and the answers appear by the shading of the pupils being changed to show this answer
Instructions
Pressing the Space bar will progress you through this software, with fresh addition tests and answers appearing as you press 'Space'
TIT32
Runs the End title and Lower-Third-Titles software, with this episode's credits set as the data
Instructions
Select 1 for Lower third Titles or 2 for End Titles, and then press <Space> to run your chosen Titles
FUNBchr
Runs a 'guess the word' program
Instructions
Pressing the Space bar will begin the game and then on-screen guidance will lead you through the game
MATHS
Runs a simple multiplication test where the two number to multiply are shown, and the answers are checked as 'wrong' or right
Instructions
Enter your number answer and then press <return> to see whether your answer is wrong or right
PROGM07
Reveals a more sophisticated multiplication test program listing for 3 'trys' and for 25 children
Instructions
Pressing the Space bar will progress you through the reveal of this software's listing
STICKS
Runs an on-screen 'Sticks' graphic, creating a pleasing line pattern with beeps
Instructions
This program self-runs without need for user input