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Authentic Learning Situations and the Potential of Lego TC Logo.
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Lafer, Stephen; Markert, Andrew – Computers in the Schools, 1994
Considers the potential of Lego TC Logo, a product that integrates Lego building materials with computers, for creating contexts for learning that give elementary school students a sense that their work is authentic. Topics include the concept of authentic learning situations; consequences of unauthentic classrooms; cooperation; and evaluation.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Cooperation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students
Interactions of Student Partners in a High School Astronomy Computer Lab.
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McLellan, Hilary – Computers in the Schools, 1994
Reports the results of a study that examined the patterns of interactions of high school student partners engaged in problem-solving activities while working through computer simulation activities in an astronomy lab. Observations, interviews with teachers and students, and a software program evaluation are discussed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Evaluation
Geometer's Sketchpad in Secondary Geometry.
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Weaver, Jennifer L.; Quinn, Robert J. – Computers in the Schools, 1999
Illustrates the importance of helping students explore and discover topics in geometry and shows how students who use Geometer's Sketchpad, a powerful computer drawing program, develop a better understanding of geometry. Describes several activities that use the technology to help students discover a wide range of geometric relationships. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Diagrams
Emerging Technology for Writing Instruction: New Directions for Teachers.
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Pan, Alex C.; Zbikowski, John M. – Computers in the Schools, 1997
Explores teachers' perceptions about computer use in writing instruction. Topics include emerging computer technology, including telecommunications and hypermedia; evolution of software, including word processing, desktop publishing, and multimedia; issues related to implementing technology, including the teacher's role; and suggested learning…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Desktop Publishing
Effects of Textual and Animated Orienting Activities and Practice on Learning from Computer-Based Instruction.
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Rieber, Lloyd P.; Hannafin, Michael J. – Computers in the Schools, 1988
Describes study designed to examine the effects of textual and/or computer animated orienting strategies and practice on rule-using and problem-solving skills of elementary school students using computer-assisted instruction. Four different versions of a lesson based on Isaac Newton's Law of Motion are described, and results are analyzed. (28…
Descriptors: Analysis of Covariance, Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary Education
An Aid to Curriculum and Computer Integration: Prototypes for Teachers.
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Smith-Gratto, Karen; Fisher, Mercedes M. – Computers in the Schools, 1999
Suggests that one way to simplify computer integration in schools would be to provide examples of computer activities that are combined with other classroom activities for teachers to use in the same way as the activity books that teachers are comfortable with using. Presents two examples where objectives required by the school district are listed…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development