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Software Tools in Science Classrooms.
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Beare, R. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1992
Describes a spreadsheet system that enables students, teachers, and curriculum developers to use Microsoft EXCEL's database and graphics capabilities in the science classroom. System design goals are explained, examples of system applications are given, and possible future developments are discussed. (15 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software Development, Courseware
The Baltimore Learning Community Project: Creating a Networked Community Across Middle Schools.
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Enomoto, Ernestine; Nolet, Victor; Marchionini, Gary – Journal of Educational Multimedia and Hypermedia, 1999
Discusses the Baltimore Learning Community Project, a collaborative effort that includes the Baltimore City Public Schools, the University of Maryland (UM), and Johns Hopkins University. Focuses on the UM component that involves the development of telecommunications software applications for middle school science and social studies teachers.…
Descriptors: College School Cooperation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Software Development
Simulations and Experiments in Philosophy of Science.
Causey, Robert L. – Perspectives in Computing: Applications in the Academic and Scientific Community, 1987
Describes two interactive computer programs that simulate abstract relationships and require students to use inductive reasoning, form and test hypotheses, and analyze functions of systems and the reasoning processes required to understand them. Their development and use in college philosophy of science courses is outlined, and possible future…
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Courseware
Making Sense of the Future.
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Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1990
Describes activities of the Educational Technology Center at Harvard University, which focus on the use of computers and other technology to improve K-12 instruction in science, mathematics, and computing. Topics discussed include curriculum development; students' prior conceptions; the construction of scientific knowledge; the use of software;…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Courseware, Curriculum Development
PODIUM: Presentation Overlay Display for Interactive Uses of Media.
Hofstetter, Fred T. – Academic Computing, 1989
Describes PODIUM, an educational software application that serves as a user interface to IBM's multimedia hardware. Faculty lecture outlines using IBM's InfoWindow and Audio Visual Connection (AVC) are explained for the fields of science, mathematics, music, and art, and a facility at the University of Delaware for using multimedia is described.…
Descriptors: Art Education, Computer System Design, Courseware, Educational Facilities Design
Technology Tools in the Information Age Classroom. Using Technology in the Classroom Series.
Finkel, LeRoy – 1991
This book is designed for use in an introductory, college level course on educational technology, and no prior experience with computers or computing is assumed. The first of a series on technology in the classroom, the text provides a foundation for exploring more specific topics in greater depth. The book is divided into three…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Courseware