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Impact of Computer Modeling on Learning and Teaching Systems Thinking
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Nguyen, Ha; Santagata, Rossella – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2021
Researchers have found that computer modeling fosters the learning of causal mechanisms in systems, an important crosscutting concept in science that many novice learners find challenging. Despite the research that highlights the role of teacher's instructional practices in enacting computer tools, few studies have considered teachers' use of…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Models, Middle School Students, Hispanic American Students
Investigating the Effectiveness of Computer Simulations for Chemistry Learning
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Plass, Jan L.; Milne, Catherine; Homer, Bruce D.; Schwartz, Ruth N.; Hayward, Elizabeth O.; Jordan, Trace; Verkuilen, Jay; Ng, Florrie; Wang, Yan; Barrientos, Juan – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2012
Are well-designed computer simulations an effective tool to support student understanding of complex concepts in chemistry when integrated into high school science classrooms? We investigated scaling up the use of a sequence of simulations of kinetic molecular theory and associated topics of diffusion, gas laws, and phase change, which we designed…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Science Instruction, Teaching Methods, Computer Simulation
The Microcomputer and Achievement and Attitudes in High School Biology.
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Hounshell, Paul B.; Hill, Stanford R., Jr. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1989
This study examined the impact of a biology course emphasizing computer simulation on student achievement and student attitudes toward science. The students in the experimental group were placed in a class limited to 16 students to have 2 students to each computer. (YP)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Biology, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation
Effect of Instruction Using Microcomputer Simulations and Conceptual Change Strategies on Science Learning.
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Zietsman, Aletta I.; Hewson, Peter W. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1986
This study used a microcomputer program which diagnosed and remediated an alternative conception of velocity. Results show computer simulations are credible representations of reality and that the remedial part of the program produces significant conceptual changes in students holding the alternative conception. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Simulation, Concept Formation, Higher Education
Computer Simulations to Stimulate Scientific Problem Solving.
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Rivers, Robert H.; Vockell, Edward – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1987
This study investigated the effectiveness of computer simulations for enhancing the problem solving skills of high school students. Summaries of three related studies are presented. Results indicate that the computerized simulations enabled students to master the objectives of a biology course as effectively as traditional methods. (ML)
Descriptors: Biology, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education
The Effectiveness of Using Computer Simulated Experiments on Junior High Students' Understanding of the Volume Displacement Concept.
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Choi, Byung-Soon; Gennaro, Eugene – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1987
Reports on a study which compared the effectiveness of microcomputer simulated experiences with that of parallel, hands-on laboratory instruction for teaching the concept of volume displacement to junior high school students. Results indicated that computer simulated experience were as affective as hands-on laboratory experiences. (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Experiential Learning
The Nature and Use of Prediction Skills in a Biological Computer Simulation.
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Lavoie, Derrick R.; Good, Ron – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1988
Describes mechanisms of thought associated with making predictions. Concludes that successful predictors had high initial knowledge of the subject matter and were formally operational. Unsuccessful predictors had low initial knowledge and were concretely operational. Systematic manipulation, note taking, and higher-level thinking skills were…
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Computer Simulation