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| Computers in the Schools | 7 |
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| Reports - Descriptive | 7 |
| Guides - Classroom - Teacher | 1 |
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Peer reviewedWeaver, 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
Peer reviewedPan, 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
Peer reviewedLafer, Stephen – Computers in the Schools, 1997
Discusses the need for educational environments that allow for authentic learning. Shows how the Internet enables practice in which students are able to manipulate concepts for the sake of getting things done and receiving feedback regarding how well the application of an understanding worked. Provides examples of three learning activities on the…
Descriptors: Comprehension, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Feedback
Peer reviewedLoveless, Avril M. – Computers in the Schools, 1997
Examines the educational effectiveness of information technology in K-12 visual arts within the framework of medium, culture, and teacher role. Notes that a philosophical understanding of the contribution technology can make needs to be supported by practical planning and the organization of appropriate activities. (AEF)
Descriptors: Art Education, Computer Uses in Education, Culture, Educational Planning
Peer reviewedSmith-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
Peer reviewedO'Bannon, Blanche – Computers in the Schools, 1997
Discussion of learning processes examines past educational practices and considers how CD-ROM technology can impact teaching and learning. A lesson plan for elementary school science that uses a CD-ROM encyclopedia is presented that includes instructional goals, performance objectives, teaching and learning activities, and assessment methods.…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Planning, Educational Technology
Peer reviewedPeck, Jacqueline K.; Hughes, Sharon V. – Computers in the Schools, 1997
Describes a project in which an inquiry approach to learning and teaching in an urban first-grade classroom resulted in a student-created database. Illustrates how computer integration in reading/language arts instruction caused students to participate more in group inquiry, using their individual abilities to contribute to group projects; it also…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer System Design, Computer Uses in Education, Cooperative Learning
