In this second installment of a two-part feature on immersive education a webliography will provide resources discussing the use of various types of computer simulations including: (a) augmented reality, (b) virtual reality programs, (c) gaming resources for teaching with technology, (d) virtual reality lab resources, (e) virtual reality standards…

This report captures the variety of music education research between 2012-2014 and covers a range of topics and events such as the International Society for Music Education (ISME) 2012, Australian Society for Music Education (ASME) 2013 and Australian and New Zealand Association for Research in Music Education (ANZARME) 2014.

A list of 88 games appropriate for elementary level social studies is presented. Only games which may be played with large groups are included; board games are excluded. Each entry includes recommended grade levels, playing time, number of players, and cost. Addresses for each source are provided. (Author/KC)

A teacher of deaf students discusses ways in which she used simulation activities to increase the students' understanding of children with additional handicaps. A second article provides an annotated list of 45 mainstreaming resources for the teacher and the nonhandicapped child, as well as of children's books about handicaps. (CL)

An overview on the use of games and simulations in economics and management is provided. Emphasis is on game design and evaluation. (Author/RM)

This bibliography contains selected journal articles and documents from the ERIC database which present an overview of current and proposed usage of electronic devices in preservice teacher education, with some analyses of results. (IAH)

Presents an annotated list of 40 software programs. Each entry includes publisher, address, hardware, requirement(s), grade level(s), and program description. A list of readings about astronomical computer programs is given. (DH)

Reviews 34 computer programs designed to help freshman writing students and their teachers either by providing instruction, supporting the composing process, or helping to manage classroom activities. Most of the programs run on microcomputers and are currently available; a few are included because they indicate interesting trends. (MBR)

Evaluation of professional competence in rehabilitation counseling occurs routinely. However, the evaluation procedures are not fully adequate. The addition of standardized simulations could promote more accurate judgments about professional competence, facilitate identification of training needs, and ensure that counselors possess the competence…

Describes eight resources for teaching about the United States Constitution available from ERIC. Described are instructional materials for junior and senior high school students on such topics as (1) the role of the U.S. Supreme Court, (2) freedom of the press, (3) the history of the United States Constitution, and (4) problems of the…

Describes the successful use of simulations of the Versailles Conference and the Congress of Vienna to encourage active student involvement in recreating the past. Examines student attitudes toward the simulation technique and provides a selected bibliography of items dealing with simulation and games. (JP)

This column surveys some recent materials available to involve students in moral questioning. Many of the suggested films, filmstrips, slide sets, and simulation games are designed to trigger discussion or force students to make choices. (Author/SJL)

Different methods and instruments used to assess medical problem solving are discussed. Various features of the instruments are compared and suggestions for additional data are made, in order to ensure maximum efficiency in the choice of instruments. (Author/MH)

Presents an annotated list of materials from the Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) database for high school teachers concerned with teaching economic concepts. Materials include lesson plans using writing exercises; simulations in stock market operations; class activities on economics and the U.S. Constitution; and instructional…

Provides and annotated bibliography of items from the ERIC database dealing with technological advances in history and social studies instruction. Includes items that address computer-assisted instruction, geography software, computer simulation, the science, technology, and society movement, and economics instruction. Explains how to obtain ERIC…