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Tomaselli, V. P.; And Others – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Describes a junior-level, one-year optics laboratory course for physics and engineering students. The course offers a range of experiments from conventional geometric optics to contemporary spatial filtering and fiber optics. Presents an example of an experiment with pictures. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software
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Collings, Peter J.; Greenslade, Thomas B., Jr. – Physics Teacher, 1989
Reports experiences during a two-year period in introducing the computer to the laboratory and students to the computer as a laboratory instrument. Describes a working philosophy, data acquisition system, and experiments. Summarizes the laboratory procedures of nine experiments, covering mechanics, heat, electromagnetism, and optics. (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software
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Powers, Michael H. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Describes the titration of a weak base with a strong acid and subsequent treatment of experimental data using commercially available software. Provides a BASIC program for determining first and second derivatives of data input. Lists 6 references. (YP)
Descriptors: Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Sidwell, Joseph C.; And Others – Science and Children, 1988
Gives a review of four software packages including "Science Toolkit: Module 3--Body Lab" for measuring heart rate, lung capacity, and response time; "Project Zoo: Adventures with Charts and Graphs" for developing process skills; "The Body Electric" for explaining electrical activity in the body; and "M-ss-ng…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
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Pereira, Neves – Physics Teacher, 1988
Described is a microcomputer with two detection systems to enable three variables of the puck's motion to be recorded simultaneously: speed, radius of the orbit, and the ongoing time of measurement. Presented are the experimental setup, a discussion of the computer program, and results. (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software
Wiser, Marianne; Kipman, Daphna – 1988
This paper describes the characterization of a student's framework of heat and temperature, and the development of a microcomputer-based laboratories (MBL) intervention program for grade 9 and grade ll students. The report presents the results of classroom study, including interview questions and answers and pretest/posttest, from experimental and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Grade 11, Grade 9
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Jezl, Barbara Ann – Science, 1990
Reviewed are "LABTECH NOTEBOOK,""LabVIEW," and "Parameter Manager pmPLUS/pmTALK." Each package is described including functions, uses, hardware, and costs. Advantages and disadvantages of this type of laboratory approach are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Simulation
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Fox, John N.; Eddy, Jerry K. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
This paper describes how computers were employed by workshop participants, the commercial materials used, some of the experiments performed using computer interfaces, and the effect of computer interfacing on the science laboratory. Increased student interest through the study of open-ended experiments is discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education, Inservice Teacher Education
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Pearce, Jon M. – Physics Education, 1988
Introduces three different techniques to facilitate the measurement of speed and the associated kinematics and dynamics using a computer. Discusses sensing techniques using optical or ultrasonic sensors, interfacing with a computer, software routines for the interfaces, and other applications. Provides circuit diagrams, pictures, and a program to…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software
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Bligh, P. H.; And Others – Physics Education, 1988
Introduces three physics experiments for high school and college classes. Topics include measuring the ratio of heat capacities using a microcomputer and a glass syringe, producing large electric sparks using a variation of a Leyden bucket, and observing transmission line behavior using television signals. Includes descriptions of materials and…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Demonstrations (Educational)
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Park, John C. – Physics Teacher, 1988
Reviews "Vernier Software: Precision Timer II" for high school through college mechanics. Introduces 14 different modes including pulse time, pendulum timer, bouncer timer, gate timer, collision timers, and stroke calibration. Provides two typical displays and ratings of the software. (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software
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Friedler, Yael; And Others – School Science and Mathematics, 1989
Describes a Skill Development Module fostering students' scientific reasoning skills within a school science laboratory. Summarizes the module activities in combination with computerized and non-computerized activities for a 16-week period. Discusses the classroom evaluation of the module. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education, Formal Operations
Rakow, Steven J.; Brandhorst, Terry R. – 1989
This booklet outlines the use of computers in elementary and secondary science classrooms. Chapters and their topics are: (1) "A Computer-Enriched Science Learning Environment" (an introduction); (2) "Computer-Assisted Learning" (lesson formats for drill and practice programs and tutorial programs, and several example programs); (4)…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Simulation
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Blubaugh, William L., Ed. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Reviewed are 11 studies reported in Dissertation Abstracts International for Social Sciences in 1989. Topics include problem solving, mathematics education, LOGO computer language, implementation of instructional computing, algebra, effects of differential grouping on learning science skills, simulations, and graphing as they relate to the use of…
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education