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Barak, Phillip – Journal of Agronomic Education (JAE), 1990
The structure, execution, uses, and software specifications for this spreadsheet file are discussed. Availability and modifications of this program are described. (CW)
Descriptors: Agronomy, College Science, Computer Simulation, Computer Software

Frank, Michael T.; Kluk, Edward – Physics Teacher, 1990
Presented is an example of this use of spreadsheet software. The basic case is considered with an extension and suggestions for other applications. Emphasized is the use of this method at the introductory level. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computation, Computer Graphics, Computer Software

Martin, Ian D.; Rempel, Robert S. – American Biology Teacher, 1988
Describes a method to produce 35mm color slides directly from the display screen of a computer terminal using techniques and equipment available to most teachers and researchers. Discusses the hardware and software needed, procedures, some of the problems encountered, and the potential uses of this method. (CW)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education

Peacock, Simon Muir – Journal of Geological Education, 1990
Described is a set of FORTRAN programs, suitable for teaching and research purposes, that simulate contact and regional metamorphism. Equations, examples, program uses, and availability are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education

Duhrkopf, Richard, Ed.; Bell, Nancy B., Ed. – American Biology Teacher, 1988
Describes three criteria for evaluating educational software; classification of software types, the presence or absence of process skills, and educational practices. This article provides background for a software evaluation form to appear in a subsequent issue. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Evaluation Criteria

Igelsrud, Don, Ed.; Leonard, William H., Ed. – American Biology Teacher, 1988
Describes the state-of-the-art in computer interfacing in the biology laboratory. Discusses hardware and software. Enumerates the educational benefits from instrumentation such as cost effectiveness and increased student opportunity and motivation. Includes 14 references. (CW)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, College Science, Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education

Snyder, H. David – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1990
The impact and uses of new technologies in science teaching are discussed. Included are computers, software, sensors, integrated circuits, computer signal access, and computer interfaces. Uses and advantages of these new technologies are suggested. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Higher Education

Tabbutt, Frederick D.; And Others – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
This paper reports on the success of a laboratory teaching technique for teaching undergraduate chemistry. Discussed are the premises of the approach, and the use of the computer, the explorations, and the seminar which are included in the course. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Uses in Education, Course Descriptions

Brosnan, Tim – School Science Review, 1990
Explored are ways in which spreadsheets can be used in the teaching of chemistry. Some of the limitations of using algebraic modelling tools are highlighted. Several example applications are provided. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education

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

Amend, John R.; And Others – Journal of Chemical Education, 1990
Described is a laboratory interface system including hardware, software, and student activities. Student use of this system is reviewed stressing experimental design skills and student-designed experiments. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software

Sparkes, Bob – School Science Review, 1989
Information technology will be an important influence in education in the future. This article discusses the use of instructional technology for science teaching and considers the impact of technology on what is taught and how science is taught. (Author/CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Uses in Education, Databases, Educational Technology

Mealli, Carlo; Proserpio, Davide M. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1990
A collection of Molecular Orbital (MO) programs that have been integrated into routines and programs to illustrate MO theory are presented. Included are discussions of Computer Aided Composition of Atomic Orbitals (CACAO) and Walsh diagrams. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction

Birk, James P., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1990
Reviewed are six computer programs which may be useful in teaching college level chemistry. Topics include dynamic data storage in FORTRAN, "KC?DISCOVERER," pH of acids and bases, calculating percent boundary surfaces for orbitals, and laboratory interfacing with PT Nomograph for the Macintosh. (CW)
Descriptors: Atomic Structure, Chemical Reactions, Chemistry, College Science

Cullen, John F., Jr. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Presented is a computer simulation called "The Great Chemical Bead Game" which can be used to teach the concepts of equilibrium and kinetics to introductory chemistry students more clearly than through an experiment. Discussed are the rules of the game, the application of rate laws and graphical analysis. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemical Equilibrium, Chemical Reactions, Chemistry, College Science
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