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Peer reviewedMiller-Lachmann, Lyn; And Others – MultiCultural Review, 1995
Describes and evaluates seven computer simulation games that help students learn about United States history, geography, and other cultural groups living in the United States. These simulations help students learn by having them experience life as an explorer of an unknown land that is now part of the United States. Program evaluations are…
Descriptors: Computer Games, Computer Simulation, Cultural Awareness, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedGussin, Lawrence – CD-ROM Professional, 1995
Examines the evolution of multimedia simulation games on floppy disk and CD-ROM, and reviews uses of simulation games for education and entertainment. Discusses what is involved in building, marketing, and playing simulated games. Examples of game screens are displayed throughout the article, and a sidebar lists companies mentioned in the article.…
Descriptors: Computer Games, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Development, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedBirk, James P., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Describes two computer programs for chemistry: (1) "A Microcomputer Simulation of Fractal Electrodeposition" (provides for the study of fractal aggregrates, BASIC 4.0); and (2) "Counters on Grids" (a game to illustrate the distribution of energy). Notes the programs are available from the authors. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemical Equilibrium, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Games
