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Peer reviewedKlopfer, Leopold E. – Science Teacher, 1986
Discusses the need for quality computer software for science instruction. Argues that very little software is currently available that uses the computer's capabilities to provide quality science instruction. Describes microcomputer tutoring systems under development at the University of Pittsburgh that are intended to significantly add to the…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computers
Peer reviewedTaylor, Edwin F. – Physics Education, 1987
Describes and compares five different uses of computers in physics education: tutorial, demonstrations, modelling toolkit, laboratory aid, and student as programer. Provides examples of computer uses and offers perspectives on developing further programs. (ML)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedSmith, Richard L., Comp. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Provides an annotated list of references on specific topics covering computers in general science and math. Topics include: artificial intelligence, CAI, LOGO, a heat capacity experiment, microcomputer tutorials, a Monte Carlo simulation, factoring, a geology simulation, polynomials, spreadsheets, a gas model simulation, integers, and…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation
Peer reviewedAdams, Dennis M.; Hamm, Mary – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Surveys the current status of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Discusses intelligent tutoring systems, robotics, and applications for educators. Likens the status of AI at present to that of aviation in the very early 1900s. States that educators need to be involved in future debates concerning AI. (CW)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedBitter, Gary G., Ed. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Reviews three software packages: (1) "Physics," tutorial, grades 11-12, Macintosh; (2) "Hands On Math: Volume I," interactive math exploration/simulation of manipulatives use, grades K-7, Apple II; and (3) "A.I.: An Experience with Artificial Intelligence," simulation, grades 5-12, Apple II. (MVL)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Reviews
Download full textWisconsin Univ., Madison. Dept. of Curriculum and Instruction. – 1988
The Interactive Genetics Tutorial (IGT) project and the Intelligent Tutoring System for the IGT project named MENDEL supplement genetics instruction in biology courses by providing students with experience in designing, conducting, and evaluating genetics experiments. The MENDEL software is designed to: (1) simulate genetics experiments that…
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education
