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| Canadian Social Studies | 1 |
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| Kelly, James L. | 1 |
| Miller-Lachmann, Lyn | 1 |
| Rattan, Dick | 1 |
| Revenaugh, Mickey | 1 |
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Classroom Computer Learning, 1989
Reviewed are three computer software programs: (1) "World GeoGraph"--geography, discovery tool, grades 6-12, Apple IIGS; (2) "Grammatik III"--language arts, grade 7-adult, IBM, PS/2, Tandy 1000; (3) "Words & Concepts I, II, III"--language and concept training for special education, age 3-9, Apple II with speech…
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Concept Teaching, Discovery Processes
Peer reviewedSvingen, Bonnie E. – Journal of Geography, 1994
Asserts that teachers have the technological tools to help students become involved in their own learning. Maintains that geographic instruction can be improved by using one computer or an entire bank of computers in the classroom. Describes and recommends computer software programs and online information services. (CFR)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Cooperative Learning
Peer reviewedKelly, James L. – Journal of Geography, 1994
Asserts that geography teachers teach how to derive information about history and culture from maps, photographs, and observations of real landscapes. Reviews four books: (1) "From Sea Charts to Satellite Images;" (2) "Historic Illinois From the Air;" (3) "Cultural Geography on Topographic Maps;" and (4) "US 40." Includes suggested student…
Descriptors: Cultural Awareness, Educational Strategies, Geography, Geography Instruction
Peer reviewedMiller-Lachmann, Lyn; And Others – MultiCultural Review, 1995
Describes and evaluates seven computer simulation games that help students learn about United States history, geography, and other cultural groups living in the United States. These simulations help students learn by having them experience life as an explorer of an unknown land that is now part of the United States. Program evaluations are…
Descriptors: Computer Games, Computer Simulation, Cultural Awareness, Elementary Education
Revenaugh, Mickey – Instructor, 1989
With the right software and teaching strategies, computers can make learning geography fun for students. Several ready-made commercial programs are described. In addition, information is included on utility and application programs, and suggestions are given for using them in geography instruction. (IAH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Courseware
Peer reviewedRattan, Dick – Social Education, 1993
Reviews a HyperCard stack designed for use in schools and at home. Describes the program as primarily a database of information on Iraq, Kuwait, and the Gulf War. Contends that the program is pedagogically weak and of marginal use in the classroom. (CFR)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Databases, Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedBerard, Robert, Ed. – Canadian Social Studies, 1994
Reviews five instructional media packages designed for classroom use. Discusses the content and approach of each of the items, which include a computer game, two video cassettes, and two instructional films. Includes teaching suggestions for using the products. (CFR)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Canada Natives, Computer Games, Computer Software
