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Computers, Reading Software, and At-Risk Eighth Graders.

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Wepner, Shelley B. – Journal of Reading, 1991

Discusses aspects of computers and computer software that motivate at-risk inner-city students. Concludes that the computer definitely serves as an important medium of instruction for these students and that software determines its success or failure. Calls for more simulations requiring collaborative problem solving and continued use of…

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Grade 8, High Risk Students

Computer Simulations: Activating Content Reading.

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Willing, Kathlene R. – Journal of Reading, 1988

Four field tests of Canadian software show that computerized interactive fiction teaches both history and independent reading/study skills. (ARH)

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Reviews, Content Area Reading