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McCurry, Niki; McCurry, Alan – Computing Teacher, 1992
Discusses the dynamics and outcomes of an unplanned classroom activity that developed from the integration of the use of spreadsheets with the study of the characteristics of previously collected seashells, specifically their color, size, shape, texture, and any other obvious differences. (JJK)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Data Collection, Discovery Learning
Niess, Margaret L. – Computing Teacher, 1992
Provides methods for cooperative, student investigation of weather data similar to methods currently used by atmospheric scientists. Utilizes spreadsheets to focus on the analysis and interpretation of wind frequency data for a small town in Oregon. (JJK)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Cooperative Learning, Data Interpretation, Learning Activities
Fillebrown-DiDomenico, Karen – Computing Teacher, 1992
Describes secondary science programs designed to meet the educational, behavioral, social, and emotional needs of students who do not appear able to benefit from, or adapt to, the traditional educational system. Includes an outline of lessons encompassing a multidisciplinary, computer integration plan for hatching chicken eggs, and directions for…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cooperative Learning, High Risk Students
Collis, Betty – Computing Teacher, 1987
Describes five studies which investigate the effectiveness of computer use: (1) cost effectiveness in elementary school mathematics; (2) evaluation of computer use in a college chemistry course; (3) evaluating science software; (4) computer-videotape instruction in junior-secondary level mathematics; and (5) comparing microcomputers and flash card…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cost Effectiveness, Drills (Practice)
Collis, Betty – Computing Teacher, 1988
Presents summaries of research studies related to instructional computer use: three compare word processed and handwritten text of students with and without learning disabilities; one compares student retrieval skills using print and electronic encyclopedias; and one examines computer use by math and science teachers via data from a U.S. national…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education