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Peer reviewedMcGrath, Diane, Ed. – School Science and Mathematics, 1989
Reviewed are two computer software programs for Apple II computers on weather for upper elementary and middle school grades. "Weather" introduces the major factors (temperature, humidity, wind, and air pressure) affecting weather. "How Weather Works" uses simulation and auto-tutorial formats on sun, wind, fronts, clouds, and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary School Science
Peer reviewedBitter, Gary G., Ed. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Reviews three software packages: (1) "The Weather Machine Courseware Kit" for grades 7-12; (2) "Exploring Measurement, Time, and Money--Level I," for primary level mathematics; and (3) "Professor DOS with SmartGuide for DOS" providing an extensive tutorial covering DOS 2.1 to 4.0. Discusses the strengths and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Simulation, Computer Software
Gralla, Preston – PC/Computing, 1988
Discusses two weather computer programs that allow users to see current weather maps and readings across the United States by modem hookup. Describes the features of "Weather Brief" and "Accu-Weather Forecaster" and includes the approximate daily phone cost of each. (MVL)
Descriptors: Climate, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedMcGrath, Diane – School Science and Mathematics, 1990
Reviews two programs: (1) "The Weather Machine" on understanding weather and weather forecasting and (2) "The Mystery of the Hotel Victoria" on problem solving in mathematics. Presents the descriptions, advantages, and weaknesses of the software. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews
Olds, Henry F., Jr.; And Others – Classroom Computer Learning, 1988
Examines four software packages: (1) "Wordbench"--writing and word processing, grades 9-12 (IBM and Apple); (2) "Muppet Slate"--language arts, grades K-2 (Apple); (3) "Accu-Weather Forecaster"--weather analysis and forecasting, grades 3-12 (modem with IBM or Mac); and (4) "The Ripple That Changed American…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware


