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Sidwell, Joseph C.; And Others – Science and Children, 1988
Gives a review of four software packages including "Science Toolkit: Module 3--Body Lab" for measuring heart rate, lung capacity, and response time; "Project Zoo: Adventures with Charts and Graphs" for developing process skills; "The Body Electric" for explaining electrical activity in the body; and "M-ss-ng…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
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Ritchie, LeVonda S.; Risley, John S. – Physics Teacher, 1988
Reviews a computer courseware package for mechanics at the high school and introductory college level. Discusses one-dimensional collisions, two-dimensional collisions, and simple harmonic motion programs. Shows two typical monitor displays. Rates this program as good overall. (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
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Grable-Wallace, Lisa; And Others – Physics Teacher, 1989
Evaluates 5 courseware packages covering the topics of simple harmonic motion, 7 packages for wave motion, and 10 packages for sound. Discusses the price range, sub-topics, program type, interaction, time, calculus required, graphics, and comments of each courseware. Selects several packages based on the criteria. (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
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Cline, Robert A.; Risley, John S. – Physics Teacher, 1988
Reviews the computer software, "Science Toolkit," made by Broderbund Software. The software covers experiments on light, temperature, timing, motion, speed, and frequency by using interfacing equipment. Provides an evaluation and four typical monitor displays. Concludes that it is an excellent software package. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
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Mackenzie, Norma N.; And Others – Science Teacher, 1988
Reviews four computer software packages including: "The Physical Science Series: Sound" which demonstrates making waves, speed of sound, doppler effect, and human hearing; "Andromeda" depicting celestial motions in any direction; "Biology Quiz: Humans" covering chemistry, cells, viruses, and human biology; and…
Descriptors: Astronomy, Biological Sciences, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
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Park, John C. – Physics Teacher, 1988
Reviews "Vernier Software: Precision Timer II" for high school through college mechanics. Introduces 14 different modes including pulse time, pendulum timer, bouncer timer, gate timer, collision timers, and stroke calibration. Provides two typical displays and ratings of the software. (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software