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The Learning Machine: Thinking Is an Adventure.

Huntington, Fred – InCider, 1984

Discusses the use of computer adventure games and simulations to teach children critical thinking. Provides lists of mid-elementary to adult-level adventure games (with manufacturer and current price) and software helpful in teaching critical thinking (indicating name of package, manufacturer, age level, and current price for each entry). (JN)

Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Critical Thinking, Educational Games

Experiment with Apples.

Carlson, Kenneth W. – InCider, 1987

Reviews Apple computer science programs that are useful in a laboratory setting. Includes laboratory simulations, uses of Apple as a functioning lab instrument, and dissection programs. (ML)

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware