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Parker, Carol – Computing Teacher, 1992
Discussion of new technological resources available for science instruction focuses on the use of the HyperCard software for the Macintosh to design customized materials. Topics addressed include general features of HyperCard, designing HyperCard stacks, graphics, and designing buttons (i.e., links for moving through the stacks). Several sample…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Courseware
Bengtson, Eileen G.; And Others – 1988
The purpose of this project is to help elementary school teachers get started using the computer to aid the teaching and learning of many scientific concepts in a meaningful way. The authors have developed their own software package, "Elementary Science Activities," and have selected several commercially available software packages that…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
Peer reviewedKafai, Yasmin B.; Ching, Cynthia Carter; Marshall, Sue – Computers & Education, 1997
Discussion of the use of multimedia in educational computer applications focuses on a project in which seven teams of elementary school students were involved in designing and implementing interactive multimedia resources in science for younger children. Results indicated improvement in science understanding and programming skills. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer System Design, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
Guertin, Arthur; And Others – 1987
This guide explains ways in which the computer can be used in the science classroom and laboratory. Further, it suggests many resources that can be tapped to help teachers initiate and improve their own programs. Chapters include: (1) "The Computer as a Tool for Student Inquiry"; (2) "The Computer as a Tool for Teachers"; (3)…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedGillingham, Mark G.; And Others – Computers in Human Behavior, 1989
Describes study that was designed to investigate fifth graders' use of microcomputer-based reading assistance for science text comprehension. The three levels of assistance offered are described, the research software created for the project is explained, results are analyzed, and further research needs are suggested. (42 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Correlation
Peer reviewedMiller, Anne, Ed.; Radziemski, Kathy, Ed. – School Science and Mathematics, 1988
Reviews four software packages: "Scientific Reasoning Series: Batteries and Bulbs," dialogue-type software for physics; "More Teasers from Tobbs: Fractions and Decimals"; "Personal Consultant Plus," an expert system software package; and "How the West Was One + Three X Four," problem-solving software using…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary Education
Saul, Wendy; Newman, Alan R. – 1986
This book addresses some of the methods by which science can be made accessible to children, both in school and non-school settings. It contains information on effective science education for elementary school age children, and includes a catalog of books and other materials. Topics discussed in the book include: (1) planning; (2) approaches to…
Descriptors: Astronomy, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Electronics
