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School Science Review, 1987
This section of the journal includes several short notes related to the teaching of science in secondary schools in Great Britain. Notes are included on ways of presenting science, rural science, designing experiments in chemistry, science for students with special needs, knowledge of the metric and imperial systems, and the use of spreadsheets.…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Computer Software, Measurement, Science Curriculum
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Gerhartl, F. J. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1994
Basic chemical thermodynamics usually treats non-p,T reactions in a stepmotherly fashion. This paper covers the main aspects of the theoretical principles of reactions (p,T; V,T; p,H; and V,U) and offers results from the ABC computer program, which was designed to show the validity of the equilibrium theory to all types of reaction modes. (PVD)
Descriptors: Chemical Equilibrium, Chemistry, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
Smith, Stanley G.; Jones, Loretta L. – IBM Multimedia. Supplement to T.H.E. Journal, 1991
Presents recent changes in the technology, expansion of courseware, and distribution to other institutions of the interactive videodisc courseware utilized as a significant part of the undergraduate chemistry curriculum at the University of Illinois since 1986. (JJK)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Computer Software Development, Courseware, Educational Technology
Grevstad, Eric – InCider, 1986
Creative uses of Apple II microcomputers in classrooms are described. Projects involved topics ranging across the curriculum, with many involving writing and most using AppleWorks software. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Instruction
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Bork, Alfred – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 1993
Reports on the Scientific Reasoning Series--10 computer programs that make the nature of scientific reasoning accessible to a wider group of students. The aim of this material is to make improvements in scientific reasoning for all students over 10 years of age. The programs are highly interactive and are motivationally strong. About 20 hours of…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Interactive Video
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Fisher, Kathleen M. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1990
Describes the "SemNet" software and some of its uses as an educational and research tool, with emphasis on the similarities and differences between concept mapping and semantic networking. (PR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Mapping, Cognitive Structures, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation
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Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Includes a list of favorably reviewed science and mathematics microcomputer software for instructional use in preschool through grade 12. Developed as an aid to educators in locating programs they may want to preview. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Strickland, R. Mack; Poe, Stephen E. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1989
Discusses producing effective instructional software using a balance of course content and technological capabilities. Describes six phases of an instructional development model: discovery, design, development, coding, documentation, and delivery. Notes that good instructional design should have learner/computer interaction, sequencing of…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Science