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How We Learn Place Location: Bringing Theory and Practice Together.

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Forsyth, Alfred S., Jr. – Social Education, 1988

Examines research on the principal ways people learn the location of places. Considers the traditional methods of teaching place location geography. Proposes alternative teaching methods which reflect the research findings. States that these alternative methods utilize mental and physical involvement in the process, purposeful exploration,…

Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Software Reviews, Curiosity, Educational Strategies

Software Reviews: Programs Worth a Second Look.

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