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Peer reviewedRoberts, Nancy; Blakeslee, George; Barowy, William – Journal of Science Teacher Education, 1996
Explores the potential for and limitations to learning science when middle-school students interact with computer simulations designed by scientists and built by professional programmers. Findings suggest that computer simulations can be used effectively when teachers use learning needs to guide choice of pedagogical style and alternate…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Instructional Design
Peer reviewedRoberts, Nancy; Barclay, Tim – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Builds on a National Science Foundation (NSF) microcomputer based laboratory project to introduce system dynamics into the precollege setting. Focuses on providing students with powerful and investigatory theory building tools. Discusses developed hardware, software, and curriculum materials used to introduce model building and simulations into…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Computers
