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Mancey, A. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1989
Describes a study designed to assess the effectiveness of 2 science simulation programs for 11- and 12-year-olds in a developing country (Guyana). Computer-assisted learning (CAL) results are compared with results from written assignments, effect size is discussed, gender differences are examined, and ability levels are considered. (14 references)…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Analysis of Variance, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation

Beishuizen, J. J. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1992
Discussion of teaching complex knowledge domains through exploration highlights two experiments that investigated the educational value of a Dutch computer simulation program which models the relationship between erosion and agriculture in a developing country as part of the secondary school geography curriculum. Learning by doing versus learning…
Descriptors: Agriculture, Analysis of Variance, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction