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Kolodiy, George Oleh – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Presents the LOGO computer language as a source to experience and investigate scientific laws. Discusses aspects and uses of LOGO. Lists two LOGO programs, one to simulate a gravitational field and the other projectile motion. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Instructional Materials, Mechanics (Physics)

Thomas, David A.; And Others – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1996
Demonstrates the use of scientific visualization, a computer graphics technology developed to extend the use of our visual system to contexts and problem-solving situations where sight itself is not directly possible or in which normal vision fails to provide adequate opportunity for analysis. (DDR)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Educational Technology

Baird, William E., Abst. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1984
Presented are abstracts of 10 papers presented at the 1984 National Educational Computing Conference. Paper topics deal with science teaching using microcomputers, exploring mathematical concepts with LOGO, a chemistry problem-solving program, interactive computer graphics in mathematics, an educational game to teach science/mathematics, learning…
Descriptors: Algebra, Chemistry, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation

Tritz, Gerald J. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Discusses the use of computer assisted instruction in the medical education program of the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (Missouri). Describes the animation techniques used in a series of simulations for microbiology. (TW)
Descriptors: Animation, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics

Snir, Joseph – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Examines the use of a computer simulation program as a tool to help in the understanding of wave phenomena. After analyzing some of the main difficulties and common misconceptions about waves, features of the "Making Waves" software package are described. Figures showing a typical monitor display are presented. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software

Pizarro, Antonio – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Provides a listing of a software graphics program that investigates the law of reflection and Snell's law of refraction. Written in BASIC for the Apple II personal computer. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education

Anderson, Christopher L. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Outlines techniques used in the context of a sixth grade science class to teach database structure and search strategies for science using the AppleWorks program. Provides templates and questions for class and element databases. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education

Bitter, Gary G., Ed. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Describes three software packages: (1) "MacMendeleev"--database/graphic display for chemistry, grades 10-12, Macintosh; (2) "Geometry One: Foundations"--geometry tutorial, grades 7-12, IBM; (3) "Mathematics Exploration Toolkit"--algebra and calculus tutorial, grades 8-12, IBM. (MVL)
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, Chemical Nomenclature, Chemistry

Stuessy, Carol L.; Rowland, Paul M. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Discusses a microcomputer-based laboratory (MBL) study (n=75) which uses multiple temperature gathering devices (mercury thermometer, digital thermometer, and computer probe) and graphing methods (hand graphs, delayed computer graphs, and real-time graphs). Reports that MBL real-time graphing provides significant increases in graphing skills. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education

Lough, Tom; Tipps, Steve – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Discusses chaotic behavior (movement) in a nonlinear system using LOGO programs. Presents several examples with program listings. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chaos Theory, College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs

Venugopalan, Mundiyath – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Considers the development of a computer program for interactive, screen-oriented problem solving. Provides theoretical background and program development to determine internal energy, heat capacity, and entropy. Lists the program written in BASIC for Apple II computers. (MVL)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software

Boyer, Paul S. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Describes some of the capabilities of the Apple Macintosh computer in constructing stereo pairs for three-dimensional viewing. Discusses various software packages which can produce the desired graphics. Provides examples of how to use these stereo images in geology, chemistry, and psychology. (TW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics

Thompson, H. Bradford – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Provides a method to use superscripts and subscripts on the screen by using graphics screen modes. Gives two methods and provides a listing of a sample BASIC program. (MVL)
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Chemistry, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs

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

Clariana, Roy B. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Discusses under what conditions computer simulations should be used. Considers the aspects and qualities of computer simulations used in simulating science laboratory experiments. Provides suggestions for selecting or designing simulations. Examines the idea of transfer when using simulations. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Simulation
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