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Ellis, James D.; Kuerbis, Paul J. – 1988
The Biological Sciences Curriculum Study (BSCS), with support from the National Science Foundation, is conducting a three-year project to develop a model for implementing educational computing in school science. This paper explains the tentative model in detail and presents the results of a pilot test of the model, which project staff conducted…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Microcomputers

Ellis, James D. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
This article is a report of the evaluation of the second year of the project, ENLIST Micros II. The project is working to develop a model for implementing educational computing in school science. The project goals, staff development, and project activities are described. The participants' checklist, "Microcomputer Use in Science…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Uses in Education, Inservice Teacher Education
Ellis, James D.; Kuerbis, Paul J. – 1987
This document represents the final report of a project which was designed to improve the quality and quantity of microcomputer use in science teaching. The five major goals of the project were met, and 22 essential competencies for computer literacy among science teachers were identified. The model and materials developed tended to be successful…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary School Science

Ellis, James D.; Kuerbis, Paul J. – Journal of Science Teacher Education, 1992
Reports efforts to overcome barriers and help teachers use microcomputers in science instruction. Authors developed and tested an implementation model for incorporating microcomputers in school science. The biggest obstacle for teachers is a lack of time. The workshops, seminars, and practicum were successful at increasing participant…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Change

Ellis, James D. – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 1992
Describes the three phases of ENLIST Macros, a teacher development program to help science teacher improve their use of microcomputers. Discusses the results of a study to evaluate the effectiveness of the program. Presents eight recommendations to help achieve program objectives. (MDH)
Descriptors: Beliefs, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology