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Peer reviewedSvec, Michael T.; And Others – Journal of Science Teacher Education, 1995
Describes the implementation of a new microcomputer-based laboratory (MBL) curriculum focusing on motion into a physical science course for preservice elementary teachers at Indiana University. Reports the results of tests administered to teachers before and after the motions unit. Discusses implications for instruction. (LZ)
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education, Concept Formation, Elementary Education
Download full textSvec, Michael T. – 1995
Graphs of objects in motion are frequently used in introductory high school or college physics courses since they offer a valuable alternative to verbal and algebraic descriptions by offering students another way of manipulating the developing concepts. If graphs are to be a valuable tool for students, then the level of the students' graphing…
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education, Concept Formation, Graphs
