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Salkind, Neil J. – SAGE Publications (CA), 2007
This text teaches an often intimidating and difficult subject in a way that is informative, personable, and clear. The author takes students through various statistical procedures, beginning with correlation and graphical representation of data and ending with inferential techniques and analysis of variance. In addition, the text covers SPSS, and…
Descriptors: Research Methodology, Validity, Reliability, Probability
Sandra M. Guzman-Rodriguez – ProQuest LLC, 2007
This study examined the value added to standard textbook-based instruction of plant biodiversity by the use of the exemplary interactive CD-ROM, "Conserving Earth's Biodiversity." This CD-ROM features renowned conservation figure E.O. Wilson. The setting of the research was an introductory biology course in a rural public community…
Descriptors: Community College Students, Biology, Courses, Biodiversity
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Cho, Hichang; Gay, Geri; Davidson, Barry; Ingraffea, Anthony – Computers & Education, 2007
The aim of this study is to empirically investigate the relationships between communication styles, social networks, and learning performance in a computer-supported collaborative learning (CSCL) community. Using social network analysis (SNA) and longitudinal survey data, we analyzed how 31 distributed learners developed collaborative learning…
Descriptors: Program Effectiveness, Personality, Personality Theories, Network Analysis
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Strickland, Ted J., Jr.; Shiffler, Ronald E. – Journal of Education for Business, 1993
Introduces the computer projection panel, highlights the advantages and disadvantages of using it in the classroom, and suggests an integrative strategy for purchasing projection equipment. (Author)
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Projection Equipment, Purchasing, Teaching Methods
Kaye, Cathryn Berger – Free Spirit Publishing, 2010
"The Complete Guide to Service Learning" is the go-to resource in the fast-growing field of service learning. It is an award-winning treasury of service activities, community service project ideas, quotes, reflections, and resources that can help teachers and youth workers engage young hearts and minds in reaching out and giving back. Author, and…
Descriptors: Homeless People, Learning Activities, Social Action, Service Learning
Marks, Beth; Sisirak, Jasmina; Heller, Tamar – Brookes Publishing Company, 2010
For people with disabilities, a good health and nutrition program can have life-changing results: more energy, increased knowledge, more confidence and self-esteem, and fewer serious health issues such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. This innovative, easy-to-implement curriculum is the perfect way to help adults build healthy…
Descriptors: Video Technology, Metabolism, Obesity, Health Education
Brown, Catherine A., Ed.; Clark, Lynn V., Ed. – National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 2006
Designing high-quality professional development for mathematics educators requires close attention to many facets of teacher learning. "Learning from NAEP" is a valuable manual-plus-CD resource containing activities and workshops that facilitators can use as is or tailor to the unique needs of participants in their school's or district's…
Descriptors: Workshops, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematics Teachers, Data Analysis
Briggs, Linda L. – Campus Technology, 2006
"I saved my presentation in my personal drive on the server last night, but now I can't find it. It just seems to be gone. Can you get it back?" "It looks like the mail server is corrupted. When was the last backup?" These sorts of questions, whether from faculty, students, or IT staff, can be an IT nightmare, or they can set…
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Client Server Architecture, Information Technology, Higher Education
Grinvalds, Jeff – National Writing Project (NJ3), 2007
Though technology can enliven and enrich a teacher's work, its glitches can sabotage the most beautifully planned presentation. High school teacher Grinvalds shares six practices that help to deal with the glitches inevitably experienced by those entering the realm of classroom technology: (1) Prepare; (2) Ask for Help; (3) Stick with What You…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Technology Integration, High Schools, Secondary School Teachers
Warner, Rebecca M. – SAGE Publications (CA), 2007
This book provides a clear introduction to widely used topics in bivariate and multivariate statistics, including multiple regression, discriminant analysis, MANOVA, factor analysis, and binary logistic regression. The approach is applied and does not require formal mathematics; equations are accompanied by verbal explanations. Students are asked…
Descriptors: Predictor Variables, Computer Peripherals, Statistical Analysis, Equations (Mathematics)
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Ford, Patrick – CD-ROM Professional, 1992
Describes Microsoft's Windows with Multimedia Extensions Software for the IBM PC. Topics addressed include hardware and software requirements, enhancements to the standard Windows environment, computing standards utilized, how Multimedia Extensions interacts with applications and devices, extensibility and ease of use, and CD-ROM performance…
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Software, Hypermedia, Microcomputers
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Rajala, Judith B. – T.H.E. Journal, 2004
A computer virus is a program--a piece of executable code--that has the unique ability to replicate. Like biological viruses, computer viruses can spread quickly and are often difficult to eradicate. They can attach themselves to just about any type of file, and are spread by replicating and being sent from one individual to another. Simply having…
Descriptors: Computer Security, Computer Software, Computer Mediated Communication, Internet
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Brickman, Peggy; Ketter, Catherine A. Teare; Pereira, Monica – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2005
Although electronic instructional media are becoming increasingly prevalent in science classrooms, their worth remains unproven. Here, student perceptions and performance using CD-ROM delivery of lab materials are assessed. Numerous learning barriers that produced lower lab grades for students using a CD-ROM lab manual in comparison to a print…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Laboratory Manuals, Computer Peripherals, College Science
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Brown, Douglas L. – Tech Directions, 2004
This article de-mystifies network patch cable secrets so that people can connect their computers and transfer those pesky files--without screaming at the cables. It describes a network cabling activity that can offer students a great hands-on opportunity for working with the tools, techniques, and media used in computer networking. Since the…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Computer Networks, Computer Peripherals, Technology Education
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Briggs, Linda L. – T.H.E. Journal, 2006
In printing, scanning, copying, and publishing, the new buzzword is combo: combination systems that take the strengths of several pieces of hardware--and sometimes software--and combine them into one. Advances in these technologies can save districts money by cutting the use of staff time, paper, and accessories such as print cartridges. Also,…
Descriptors: Test Results, Computer Software, Costs, Information Technology
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