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| Allen, Denise | 3 |
| Berard, Robert, Ed. | 1 |
| Gerber, Rod | 1 |
| Lidstone, John G. | 1 |
| Revenaugh, Mickey | 1 |
| Svingen, Bonnie E. | 1 |
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| Book/Product Reviews | 7 |
| Journal Articles | 6 |
| Guides - Classroom - Teacher | 2 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 1 |
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Allen, Denise – Teaching Pre K-8, 1994
Reviews six computer programs designed to familiarize students with maps, geographical knowledge, and other subjects: (1) "ZipZapMap" (National Geographic Society); (2) "Earth Treks" (Magic Quest); (3) "Code: Europe" (Compu-Teach); (4) "Geography Search" (Tom Snyder Productions); (5) "Teacher First" (Jostens); and (6) "Discovering America"…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Courseware, Elementary Education
Revenaugh, Mickey – Instructor, 1989
With the right software and teaching strategies, computers can make learning geography fun for students. Several ready-made commercial programs are described. In addition, information is included on utility and application programs, and suggestions are given for using them in geography instruction. (IAH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Courseware
Lidstone, John G.; Gerber, Rod – 1989
Students pursuing Australian studies should be given every possible opportunity to work with materials produced in Australia. There is a substantial and growing list of good curriculum software written within Australia and from an Australian perspective which can add interest and excitement to Australian geography classrooms. Computers can be used…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Databases, Elementary Secondary Education
Allen, Denise – Teaching PreK-8, 1995
Features reviews of four computer games for use with intermediate and upper grade students, three on geography (Travelrama USA, Crosscountry USA, My America) and one on history (Vital Links). Comments include strengths of each activity, related multimedia activities and resources, and links to literature. Also reviews "Educator's Internet…
Descriptors: Computer Games, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Games
Peer reviewedSvingen, Bonnie E. – Journal of Geography, 1994
Asserts that teachers have the technological tools to help students become involved in their own learning. Maintains that geographic instruction can be improved by using one computer or an entire bank of computers in the classroom. Describes and recommends computer software programs and online information services. (CFR)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Cooperative Learning
Peer reviewedBerard, Robert, Ed. – Canadian Social Studies, 1994
Reviews five instructional media packages designed for classroom use. Discusses the content and approach of each of the items, which include a computer game, two video cassettes, and two instructional films. Includes teaching suggestions for using the products. (CFR)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Canada Natives, Computer Games, Computer Software
Allen, Denise – Teaching PreK-8, 1996
Reviews three geography and history CD-ROMs: "GeoSafari Platinum Edition," a multimedia game on history, geography, and science; "Destination: Time Trip USA," which allows students to create an interactive electronic book while exploring a fictional town; and "SkyTrip America," with which students fly across America, reviewing maps, time lines,…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education
