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Butler, J. Thomas – 1983
This discussion of the use of games and simulations in instruction includes a number of examples of activities that can be used in the community college classroom. Section I assesses the value of games and simulations as an approach to learning; defines games, simulations, and non-simulation games; considers the advantages and disadvantages of the…
Descriptors: Class Activities, College Instruction, Community Colleges, Educational Games
Download full textWilson, Cathy R.; Schug, Mark C. – 1979
The document provides an annotated list of 130 games and simulations for elementary and secondary economics courses, outlines procedures for using games, and reviews research studies on social science games and simulations. It is presented in five chapters. Chapter I lists selection criteria: the simulation/game must use the role playing features…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Class Activities, Economics Education, Educational Games
Peer reviewedMcComas, William F. – American Biology Teacher, 1991
A rationale is presented for the use of inquiry activities in the biology classroom when teaching the concept of evolution. An annotated list of evolution laboratory activities from 18 nontextbook sources is included. Each annotation includes the title, source, major evolutionary concepts, and a brief description. (KR)
Descriptors: Biology, Case Studies, Evolution, Geology
Joseph, Linda C. – MultiMedia Schools, 1996
Describes 38 Internet resources focusing on current events and 1996 election news, listing Uniform Resource Locators (URLs) and special features for each. Other highlights include technological requirements for RealAudio and VDOLive, a campaign simulation game, and suggestions for incorporating all these resources into instruction. (LAM)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Current Events, Elementary Secondary Education
Oregon State Dept. of Education, Salem. – 1991
This personal finance guide assists teachers and curriculum committees in the selection of appropriate materials. The listings follow a common format: title; a brief description of the materials; the areas covered; the cost of materials; and information on how to obtain them. Materials cover the following areas: financial planning; purchase of…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Basic Business Education, Books, Consumer Economics
Washington Office of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Olympia. Office for Equity Education. – 1983
Resource materials to help students understand the important role labor has played in U.S. history are cited in this annotated listing. The majority of the items cited are intended for secondary students and the general reader; however, some materials for elementary students are also included. The bibliography begins by describing 63 activities…
Descriptors: Agriculture, Annotated Bibliographies, Audiovisual Aids, Biographies
