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Mosley, John E. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Presents a review of computer programs written for the Apple Macintosh computer that teach astronomy. Reviews general programs, along with some which deal more specifically with sky travel, star charting, the solar system, Halley's Comet, and stargazing. Includes the name and address of each producer. (TW)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Astronomy, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews

Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Includes a list of favorably reviewed science and mathematics microcomputer software for instructional use in preschool through grade 12. Developed as an aid to educators in locating programs they may want to preview. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education

Smith, Richard L., Ed. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Reviews three computer software programs: (1) "Discovery! Experiences with Scientific Reasoning"--problem solving for grades 4-12 (Apple II); (2) "Organic Stereochemistry"--a tutorial for organic chemistry for advanced secondary/college level (Apple II); and (3) "SHOW PARTNER (2.01)"--a graphics utility tool for…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews

Troutner, Joanne – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Discusses some of the variables teachers must consider when using computer software in the science classroom. Describes eight commercially available computer programs that are designed to teach problem solving in science. Includes the producer's address, the grade level for which the program was written, and a critique. (TW)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews

Bitter, Gary G., Ed. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Reviews three computer software: (1) "Elastic Lines: The Electronic Geoboard" on elementary geometry; (2) "Wildlife Adventures: Whales" on environmental science; and (3) "What Do You Do with a Broken Calculator?" on computation and problem solving. Summarizes the descriptions, strengths and weaknesses, and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation