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Work is already underway to use the Maplesoft-developed platform in other online courses offered by the University of 蓝莓视频, including core math courses, as well as courses in optimization, modeling, computer science, and quantum information systems.
To begin using the Secondary School Courseware today, students and teachers can visit听. No login or special software is needed to access the courseware.
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