A Synchronous Distance Education (SDE) course, jointly offered by Auburn University, Tuskegee University and Auburn University at Montgomery, introduced non-science majors to the concepts of nanoscience. Lectures originated from each of the three campuses during the semester, and video conferencing equipment allowed students at all three campuses…

The background ideas and practical implementation that led to the use of a computer terminal in a physical chemistry laboratory are described. Outlines of two of the lab experiments being used in the program are included. (DT)

Describes a course to enable students involved in research to gain deeper insight into some of the important areas in engineering. A working knowledge of FORTRAN was the only prerequisite. (DF)

A project on computer based dialogue for freshmen is described and evaluated. The dialogue utilizes a CAI language written in Fortran that allows a designer to easily write and edit questions at his own desk without the use of a terminal. (Author/DT)

Describes a series of computer programs, tutorial and drill, in eight areas of organic chemistry. Using 28 students in the computer assisted instruction (CAI) group and 29 students in the control group over a period of one semester, the authors report no significant differences in their examination results. However, a student attitude…

Describes an intermediate level mechanics course based on the solution of problems by computer. The nature of these problems and their solution by computer is discussed, and the sources of the programs indicated. (Author/TS)

A new teaching aid, designed to monitor each freshman chemistry student's progress, to identify specific weaknesses and strengths in his grasp of course material, and to prescribe individual study assignments, is described. (DT)

Presents the results of educational experiments aimed at incorporating APL programming techniques in an undergraduate physical-analytical laboratory course. Included are a list of first year experiments and some examples of operations. (CC)

Presents the characteristics of an experimental course offered at the University of Texas in the Fall of 1971. Confirms the concept that computer-based instructional techniques have the potential of increasing both the degree and rate of student learning. (CC)

Outlines the differences of opinion on the nature and scope of systems engineering and offers one operational definition. Describes the systems engineering curriculum at the Naval Academy, gives the objectives of an introductory systems course, and presents laboratory computer applications. (GS)

Describes a computer assisted program in which the computer program provides a self-paced, individualized component with course outlines, weekly assignments, answers to exam questions, and reports of student grades in a general chemistry course. (SL)