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Chang, G. Andy; Kerns, G. Jay; Lee, D. J.; Stanek, Gary L. – Journal of Statistics Education, 2009
Calibration is a technique that is commonly used in science and engineering research that requires calibrating measurement tools for obtaining more accurate measurements. It is an important technique in various industries. In many situations, calibration is an application of linear regression, and is a good topic to be included when explaining and…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Regression (Statistics), Statistics, Measurement
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Reynolds, Karen – Science Scope, 1996
Outlines benefits of integrating optical instruments in computer-based instructional systems in a science classroom including budget, immediacy, pictorial records, and graphic enhancement. Presents examples of investigative activities involving optical instruments and images digitized for computer-based manipulation. (JRH)
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Instrumentation
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O'Haver, T. C. – Analytical Chemistry, 1991
Some commercially available software tools that have potential applications in the analytical chemistry curriculum are surveyed and evaluated. Tools for instruction, analysis and research, and courseware development are described. A list of the software packages, the compatible hardware, and the vendor's address is included. (KR)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Evaluation
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Kuhn, David J. – American Biology Teacher, 1990
Described is an exercise which examines the effect of reading aloud a technical passage of science material while the heart is monitored by a computer. The experimental setup, design, and data analysis are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Computer Uses in Education, Higher Education
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Birk, James P., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Presented is a simple laboratory set-up for teaching microprocessor-controlled data acquisition as a part of an instrumental analysis course. Discussed are the experimental set-up, experimental procedures, and technical considerations for this technique. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Interfaces
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Batt, Russell H., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1990
Four applications of microcomputers in the chemical laboratory are presented. Included are "Mass Spectrometer Interface with an Apple II Computer,""Interfacing the Spectronic 20 to a Computer,""A pH-Monitoring and Control System for Teaching Laboratories," and "A Computer-Aided Optical Melting Point Device." Software, instrumentation, and uses are…
Descriptors: Atomic Structure, Calorimeters, Chemical Analysis, Chemistry
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Openshaw, Peter – School Science Review, 1988
Presented are five ideas for A-level biology experiments using a laboratory computer interface. Topics investigated include photosynthesis, yeast growth, animal movements, pulse rates, and oxygen consumption and production by organisms. Includes instructions specific to the BBC computer system. (CW)
Descriptors: Animal Behavior, Biological Sciences, College Science, Computer Software
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Dehne, Tim – Analytical Chemistry, 1990
Discussed are various ways that microcomputers can be interfaced to laboratory equipment to control laboratory applications. A general overview is given including advantages and disadvantages of different interfaces. Different software tools currently available are examined. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software
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Gaare, Mark – Music Educators Journal, 1997
Provides a introduction and overview to alternative music notation systems. Describes guitar tablature, accordion tablature, klavarskribo (a keyboard notational system developed by Cornelius Pot, a Dutch engineer), and the digital piano roll. Briefly discusses the history of notation reform and current efforts. Includes examples from scores. (MJP)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Educational History, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Effectiveness
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School Science Review, 1990
Included are 30 science activities that include computer monitoring, fieldwork, enzyme activity, pH, drugs, calorimeters, Raoult's Law, food content, solubility, electrochemistry, titration, physical properties of materials, gel filtration, energy, concepts in physics, and electricity. (KR)
Descriptors: Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Uses in Education
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Birk, James P., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1990
Four microcomputer applications are presented including: "Computer Simulated Process of 'Lead Optimization': A Student-Interactive Program,""A PROLOG Program for the Generation of Molecular Formulas,""Determination of Inflection Points from Experimental Data," and "LAOCOON PC: NMR Simulation on a Personal Computer." Software, availability,…
Descriptors: Atomic Structure, Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, College Science
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Powers, Michael H.; Salamon, Susan – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Describes a project that prepares teachers to be computer literate by writing computer programs, constructing computer modules, and then integrating the teacher generated hardware and software into science laboratory experiences. Presents goals, descriptions of interface modules, reaction of participants, and objectives. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Computers, Courseware
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Steehler, Jack K. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1990
Described are 14 experiments that use lasers. Topic areas include physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and biochemistry. Instrumentation and the use of the laser in undergraduate research are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Biochemistry, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Interfaces
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School Science Review, 1990
Presented are 29 science activities for secondary school science instruction. Topic areas include botany, genetics, biochemistry, anatomy, entomology, molecular structure, spreadsheets, chemistry, mechanics, astronomy, relativity, aeronautics, instrumentation, electrostatics, quantum mechanics, and laboratory interfacing. (CW)
Descriptors: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education
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Chamberlain, Peter; Vincent, Richard – School Science Review, 1989
Described is a means of logging data from remote sensors in data files and then transferring the data to a spreadsheet for processing. The presentation of the data in tabular or graphical form is discussed. An example using temperature data from a model house is provided. (Author/CW)
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Data Analysis
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