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1999
This CD-ROM allows students to learn about physics principles and the scientists who discovered them through genius or luck. The simplicity of these physical laws and how the discovery of these laws has improved the daily lives of humans is discussed. The computer program explores the physics behind the earth's rotation, Archimedes' Principles,…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
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Sullivan, Timothy J. – American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education, 1992
This paper describes the application of the Student Edition of MathCAD as a computational aid in an introductory graduate level pharmacokinetics course. The program allows the student to perform mathematical calculations and analysis on a computer screen. The advantages and disadvantages of this application are discussed. (GLR)
Descriptors: Computation, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Tanner, Anne – 1997
Stickybear's Science Fair: Light is a tool for teaching science skills using computer software. To enhance the use of software printed lesson plans are also provided including worksheets, labs, templates, and other materials needed to complete the activities. There are 12 lesson plans. Each of the lesson plans includes activities, an area focus, a…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education
Fraunholz, Wolfgang, Ed. – 1998
This CD-ROM contains the lectures, abstracts, workshops, and posters of all participants in the Third International Conference on Technology in Mathematics Teaching (ICTMT 3). Various topics on teaching mathematics with technology are reviewed and some software and demos are also included. Main talks focus on such topics as graphing calculators,…
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
1997
This CD-ROM presents a computer game that introduces students to the world of archaeology through attempting to solve a mystery. It gives students the inside story on this fascinating science and contains five missions for solving the mystery, over 20 video sequences, a variety of activities, a glossary with 53 entries, over 40 photos, 20…
Descriptors: Archaeology, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Games
1999
This CD-ROM allows students to discover the key factors and major dates in the development of the science of chemistry. It includes 93 scientific concepts, 20 minutes of narration with animation, 14 interactive activities, an illustrated periodic table, a complete Portable Document Format (PDF) user guide, a dictionary explaining over 40 terms, a…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Games
McIntire, Dean P. – 1995
This paper and the accompanying CD-ROM disks are the outcome of a federally funded project to research and develop an interactive multimedia sign language training system for educational interpreters for students with deafness. The program consists of four 20- to 30-minute lessons on the use of non-manual grammatical markers in American Sign…
Descriptors: American Sign Language, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
Getty Center for Education in the Arts, Los Angeles, CA. – 1991
This one-hour documentary on videotape reveals how computer technology and interactive media rely on the languages of the arts--images, sounds, colors, and movements--to engage children in new ways of learning about the arts and other subjects. Students are shown using educational software that encourages development of knowledge and skills in…
Descriptors: Art Education, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
Caughlin, Janet – 1999
This guide for teachers to the Microsoft PowerPoint multimedia presentation program begins with a section that introduces what PowerPoint is and why teachers should use it, Windows 95/98 basics, Macintosh basics, getting started, PowerPoint toolbars, and presentation tips. The next section discusses learning PowerPoint, including creating a…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education
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Department of Education, Washington, DC. – 1993
As part of an early awareness initiative, the United States Department of Education developed an interactive software package to provide early information to middle school and high school students about postsecondary education opportunities, costs of attendance, and availability of financial aid. This user's guide describes how to install and use…
Descriptors: College Admission, College Choice, College Planning, Computer Software
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Birk, James P., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Discussed are seven computer programs: (1) a computer graphics experiment for organic chemistry laboratory; (2) a gel filtration simulation; (3) judging spelling correctness; (4) interfacing the TLC548 ADC; (5) a digitizing circuit for the Apple II game port; (6) a chemical information base; and (7) an IBM PC article database. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Graphics
Masalski, William J., Ed. – National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 2005
Technology is playing an increasingly important role in the teaching and learning of mathematics at all levels. This publication reports on overviews of research and findings on the impact of technology. It furnishes a context in which to observe teachers in prekindergarten through grade 12 and teacher educators using technology to help their…
Descriptors: Mathematics Education, Mathematics Activities, Young Children, Computer Software