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Do Haptic Representations Help Complex Molecular Learning?
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Bivall, Petter; Ainsworth, Shaaron; Tibell, Lena A. E. – Science Education, 2011
This study explored whether adding a haptic interface (that provides users with somatosensory information about virtual objects by force and tactile feedback) to a three-dimensional (3D) chemical model enhanced students' understanding of complex molecular interactions. Two modes of the model were compared in a between-groups pre- and posttest…
Descriptors: Molecular Structure, Science Instruction, Tactual Perception, Educational Technology
Student Goal Orientation in Learning Inquiry Skills with Modifiable Software Advisors.
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Shimoda, Todd A.; White, Barbara Y.; Frederiksen, John R. – Science Education, 2002
Investigates performance outcomes based on different goal orientations by using a computer support environment (SCI-WISE) designed for learning and doing inquiry-based science projects. Uses two versions of SCI-WISE software and systems based partly on the theoretical framework of levels of agency and goal orientation. (Contains 16 references.)…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Elementary Education
Computers as Tutors: MENDEL as an Example.
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Stewart, Jim; And Others – Science Education, 1989
Describes an intelligent tutoring system named MENDEL, including problem GENERATOR, TUTOR, student MODELER, ADVISOR, hypothesis CHECKER, and problem SOLVER. This software may be used by high school or university biology students as a tool for learning concepts and problem-solving strategies in transmission genetics. (YP)
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software