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Peer reviewedMcGrath, Diane, Ed. – School Science and Mathematics, 1989
Reviewed is a computer software package entitled "Audubon Wildlife Adventures: Grizzly Bears" for Apple II and IBM microcomputers. Included are availability, hardware requirements, cost, and a description of the program. The murder-mystery flavor of the program is stressed in this program that focuses on illegal hunting and game…
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education
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
Download full textPodany, Zita – 1990
This final report in the MicroSIFT series reviews 10 software packages that deal mainly with the areas of electricity, magnetism, and heat energy. Software titles appearing in this report were selected because they were judged to be exemplary according to various criteria in the MicroSIFT Evaluator's Guide, with some additions to address science…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Courseware
Peer reviewedBell, Rita – Current: The Journal of Marine Education, 1990
Reviewed is "Exploring Tidepools," a computer software package for middle school aged students. Features and availability are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedScience and Children, 1988
Reviews six software packages for the Apple II family. Programs reviewed include "Science Courseware: Earth Science Series"; "Heat and Light"; "In Search of Space: Introduction to Model Rocketry"; "Drug Education Series: Drugs--Their Effects on You'"; "Uncertainties and Measurement"; and "Software Films: Learning about Science Series," which…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedScience and Children, 1989
Reviews of seven software packages are presented including "The Environment I: Habitats and EcoSystems; II Cycles and Interactions"; "Super Sign Maker"; "The Great Knowledge Race: Substance Abuse"; "Exploring Science: Temperature"; "Fast Food Calculator and RD Aide"; "The Human Body:…
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Eiser, Leslie – Classroom Computer Learning, 1990
The use of programs on the topic of dinosaurs in interdisciplinary exercises which may include mathematics, science, history, and language arts is described. Reviews of 16 different computer programs are included. Possible misconceptions and how they are dealt with in various programs are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Archaeology, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
