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Peer reviewedHounshell, Paul B.; Hill, Stanford R., Jr. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1989
This study examined the impact of a biology course emphasizing computer simulation on student achievement and student attitudes toward science. The students in the experimental group were placed in a class limited to 16 students to have 2 students to each computer. (YP)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Biology, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation
Direct linkSiegel, Marcelle A.; Ranney, Michael A. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2003
This study has two purposes: (a) methodological--to design and test a new instrument able to reflect changes in attitudes toward science over time, and (b) investigative--to find out the effect of two similar curricular treatments on the attitudes of two classes. Items about the relevance of science to students' lives were developed,…
Descriptors: Questionnaires, Core Curriculum, Student Attitudes, Attitude Change
Peer reviewedWainwright, Camille L. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1989
Evaluates the attributes of a microcomputer software package as a supplement to chemistry instruction. Reports higher scores among the students in a control group. Discovers no significant interaction between treatment and development stage. Discusses several implications for further research. Provides the General Chemistry Test and error analysis…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Cognitive Development, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education
