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Adams, Richard C. – Computing Teacher, 1995
Discusses a project developed using HyperCard to teach geography and history. Describes research of weather patterns and corresponding historical accounts; HyperCard's capabilities for producing animated maps to display information; and the effectiveness of HyperCard as a teaching tool, including its flexible use as a lecture display tool or in a…
Descriptors: Animation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Geography Instruction, High Schools
Peer reviewedGardner, Catherine M.; And Others – School Science and Mathematics, 1992
Reports a study that compared the effects of three methods of instruction, use of hands-on activities, hands-on activities in combination with computer-assisted instruction (CAI), or text-based activities, on student achievement and attitude. Results indicated students receiving a combination of hands-on activities with CAI scored significantly…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities
Download full textGardner, Catherine; And Others – 1990
The purpose of this study was to determine if a combination of computer assisted instruction (CAI) with hands-on science activities would significantly enhance students' abilities in the cognitive and affective domains. The study consisted of three treatments. Treatment one (47 students) included a hands-on activities emphasis. A second treatment…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary School Science, Experiential Learning
Peer reviewedNiess, Margaret L. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1993
Presents a unit developed by the 1991 Oregon Mathematics Teachers of Middle School project in which students investigate the average temperature, precipitation, and snowfall in their town using spreadsheets and graphing packages. Students compare the averages over a period of 30 years to a particular year. (MDH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Cooperative Learning, Data Analysis, Educational Technology
