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Ketelhut, Diane Jass; Nelson, Brian; Schifter, Catherine; Kim, Younsu – Education Sciences, 2013
Current science assessments typically present a series of isolated fact-based questions, poorly representing the complexity of how real-world science is constructed. The National Research Council asserts that this needs to change to reflect a more authentic model of science practice. We strongly concur and suggest that good science assessments…
Descriptors: Virtual Classrooms, Science Tests, Academic Standards, Middle School Students
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Hartel, Hermann – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2000
Discusses xyZET, a simulation program that allows 3D-space in numerous experiments in basic mechanics and electricity and was developed to support physics teaching. Tests course material for 11th grade at German high schools under classroom conditions and reports on their stability and effectiveness. (Contains 15 references.) (Author/YDS)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Foreign Countries, Grade 11