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Designing I*CATch: A Multipurpose, Education-Friendly Construction Kit for Physical and Wearable Computing
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Ngai, Grace; Chan, Stephen C. F.; Leong, Hong Va; Ng, Vincent T. Y. – ACM Transactions on Computing Education, 2013
This article presents the design and development of i*CATch, a construction kit for physical and wearable computing that was designed to be scalable, plug-and-play, and to provide support for iterative and exploratory learning. It consists of a standardized construction interface that can be adapted for a wide range of soft textiles or electronic…
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Engineering Technology, Courseware, Computer Science Education
Integrating Basic Analytical Methods and Computer-Interface Technology into an Environmental Science Water Quality Lab Improves Student Attitude
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Carvalho-Knighton, Kathleen M.; Smoak, Joseph M. – International Journal of Environmental and Science Education, 2009
The aim of this study was to investigate if integrating basic analytical methods and computer interface technology would result in a positive change in student attitude. Students' self-concept of science knowledge and skills (Capability), opinion towards science (Affect), and perceptions of the value of science (Value) were determined with…
Descriptors: Water Quality, Student Attitudes, Computer Interfaces, Test Construction
Computer Series, 107.
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Birk, James P., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Presented is a simple laboratory set-up for teaching microprocessor-controlled data acquisition as a part of an instrumental analysis course. Discussed are the experimental set-up, experimental procedures, and technical considerations for this technique. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Interfaces
Computer-Based Technology for College Science Laboratory Courses.
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Leonard, William H. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1990
Reviewed is the use of computer-assisted instruction in college science laboratories. Examples of computer interfacing are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education
Beyond the Black Box: Using the Microcomputer as a Multipurpose Analytical Instrument.
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Matlock, Daniel B.; Safford, Duane C. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1989
Explains the use of the microcomputer as a multipurpose analytical instrument which frees students from the mechanics of science and allows for more active learning involvement. Provides the typical data acquisition configuration, advantages, disadvantages, and a brief summary. (RT)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Interfaces, Computer Literacy, Computer Uses in Education
Software Review. Macintosh Laboratory Automation: Three Software Packages.
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Jezl, Barbara Ann – Science, 1990
Reviewed are "LABTECH NOTEBOOK,""LabVIEW," and "Parameter Manager pmPLUS/pmTALK." Each package is described including functions, uses, hardware, and costs. Advantages and disadvantages of this type of laboratory approach are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Simulation
A Comparison, for Teaching Purposes, of Three Data-Acquisition Systems for the Macintosh.
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Swanson, Harold D. – Advances in Physiology Education, 1990
Three commercial products for data acquisition with the Macintosh computer, known by the trade names of LabVIEW, Analog Connection WorkBench, and MacLab were reviewed and compared, on the basis of actual trials, for their suitability in physiological and biological teaching laboratories. Suggestions for using these software packages are provided.…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software Reviews
Computer Series, 102: Bits and Pieces, 40.
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Birk, James P., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Discussed are seven computer programs: (1) a computer graphics experiment for organic chemistry laboratory; (2) a gel filtration simulation; (3) judging spelling correctness; (4) interfacing the TLC548 ADC; (5) a digitizing circuit for the Apple II game port; (6) a chemical information base; and (7) an IBM PC article database. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Graphics