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Sadler, Philip M.; Gould, Roy R.; Leiker, P. Steven; Antonucci, Paul R. A.; Kimberk, Robert; Deutsch, Freeman S.; Hoffman, Beth; Dussault, Mary; Contos, Adam; Brecher, Kenneth; French, Linda – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2001
Introduces the MicroObservatory Network of automated telescopes which is designed to provide access to classroom teachers who wish their students to conduct projects over the World Wide Web. Allows students to take pictures with remote pointing and focusing telescopes. Encourages collaboration among schools. (Contains 18 references.) (Author/YDS)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Computer Software, Elementary Education, Science Activities
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Tinker, Robert F. – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 1992
Analyzes the applicability to mathematics and science education of geographic information systems. Gives examples of possible applications involving aerosol detection in the atmosphere, verification of satellite images, and the Kidnet Project. Sketches out a research agenda and describes needed characteristics of the software when applied to…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
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Windschitl, Mark – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 1997
Describes a study that examined the relationships in achievement between members of dyads who were paired according to epistemological maturity. Each dyad engaged in a photosynthesis simulation exercise. Also examines the relationship between individual students' epistemological maturity and their understanding of photosynthesis. Contains 24…
Descriptors: Biology, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education