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Powell, Harry D.; And Others – American Journal of Physics, 1971
Describes the use of a desk-top computer as an aid to analyze strobe photographs. Applications are illustrated for collision of pucks and the motion of a ball on a rubber band. (DS)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers

Bork, Alfred – American Journal of Physics, 1978
Outlines a strategy for science education aimed at the development of intuition concerning phenomena predicted by fundamental theories. The computer is used to build such intuition by providing a range of experiences not found in the everyday world or in the laboratory. (GA)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Higher Education

Peters, Philip B.; Settle, Frank A. – American Journal of Physics, 1976
Described is an undergraduate course of computer interfacing for scientists and engineers which incorporates the use of digital computers and associated interfacing elements with experiments and special projects performed in an on-line environment in the laboratory. (SL)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Computers

Fernandez, J. Maria Vega; And Others – American Journal of Physics, 1981
A method is presented for teaching some topics of kinematics. It involves the use of electronic equipment, which allows active student participation, the systematic analysis and solution of problems, and the use of a quick feedback loop for training. (Author/SK)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers