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Peer reviewedKnorr, Thomas, Sr.; Levin, James – Science Teacher, 1990
The use of the Accu-Weather database system in a junior high school classroom is described. Costs, equipment, and information received are discussed. Two software packages designed for use with meteorological data and Accu-Weather are highlighted. Availability information and a description of the services provided are included. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Instructional Materials, Maps
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 reviewedWulfson, Stephen, Ed. – Science and Children, 1990
Reviewed are six computer software packages including "Lunar Greenhouse,""Dyno-Quest,""How Weather Works,""Animal Trackers,""Personal Science Laboratory," and "The Skeletal and Muscular Systems." Availability, functional, and hardware requirements are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Anatomy, Animals, Computer Interfaces, 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
