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Rooze, Gene E. – 1983
This paper examines the use of the computer as a mediating device and explores its influence on the social studies curriculum. A variety of software uses are analyzed, including drill and practice, tutorials, computerized databases, and simulations. The possible effects these uses can have are examined in terms of two views of social studies…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Programs, Computer Simulation, Databases
Peer reviewedStevens, Lawrence – Social Education, 1993
Describes a variety of computer software programs and student activities utilizing the computer to help teach secondary social studies. Suggests using word processors, painting programs, and computer simulations for history and government courses. Concludes that successful use of computers in social studies instruction depends on the design of…
Descriptors: Computer Centers, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedBerson, Michael J. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1996
Examines the literature on the effectiveness of computers in social studies instruction and learning. Topics include drill and practice, tutorials, study guides, games and simulations, inquiry and problem solving, graphics, and word processing and writing. Contains 58 references. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Games, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation
Peer reviewedBigelow, Bill, Ed. – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 1996
Assesses the strengths and weaknesses of the interactive CD-ROM "The Oregon Trail." Maintains that, although the program offers a sympathetic portrayal of Native Americans, it is still rife with cultural bias. The simulation's structure accentuates the white male experience at the expense of others. (MJP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Uses in Education
