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Karoui, Aous; Marfisi-Schottman, Iza; George, Sébastien – Interactive Learning Environments, 2022
The expansion of mobile devices (e.g. tablets, smartphones) and their educational and recreational applications have contributed to the emergence of Mobile Learning Games (MLGs). MLGs show great potential for increasing engagement, creativity and authentic learning. Yet, despite their great potential for education, the use of MLGs by teachers,…
Descriptors: Handheld Devices, Computer Oriented Programs, Educational Games, Evaluation
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de Oliveira, Mayara Lustosa; Galembeck, Eduardo – Journal of Biological Education, 2016
Cell biology apps were surveyed in order to identify whether there are new approaches for modelling cells allowed by the new technologies implemented in tablets and smartphones. A total of 97 apps were identified in 3 stores surveyed (Apple, Google Play and Amazon), they are presented as: education 48.4%, games 26.8% and medicine 15.4%. The apps…
Descriptors: Cytology, Biology, Science Instruction, Telecommunications
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Gould, Stephen Jay – BioScience, 1978
Describes a computer simulation of the evolution of species. This is a model for sorting out random and correlated paleontological events. (BB)
Descriptors: Archaeology, Biology, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers
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Holden, Constance – Science, 1985
The National Academy of Sciences suggests models for biomedical research which include a biology-wide information system with computerized database accessible from a multitude of dimensions. Links could help discover whether toxic chemicals have effects similar to hormones. Commonalities from molecules to ecosystems might restructure available…
Descriptors: Biology, Biomedicine, College Science, Computer Oriented Programs
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Lutterschmidt, William I.; Schaefer, Jacob F. – Journal of Biological Education, 1997
Discusses a computer simulation designed as an educational tool for students to observe predator-prey oscillations and experimentally investigate how changes in life histories affect predator and prey densities. Provides hands-on interaction with such theories and with mathematical models. Available to any instructor for curriculum use. (AIM)
Descriptors: Biology, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education
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Wallick, Lorna – Journal of Environmental Education, 1982
Interpretive Structure Modeling (ISM) helps learners integrate their knowledge of our environment. Demonstrated that educators, including two high school biology teachers, could learn ISM and conduct modeling sessions. Includes discussion of models, modeling building, types of models, modeling building and environmental education, and models and…
Descriptors: Biology, Cognitive Processes, Computer Oriented Programs, Environmental Education
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Costanza, Robert – BioScience, 1987
Describes a new software package for the Apple Macintosh computer which can be used to create elaborate simulation models in a fraction of the time usually required without using a programming language. Illustrates the use of the software which relates to water usage. (TW)
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs
Shaw, Keith – SASTA Journal, 1981
Discusses current uses of computers in United Kingdom schools, specifically in biology, chemistry, economics, geography, and physics classrooms. Suggests reasons why teachers are using computers and describes their application for simulations; construction, evaluation, and modification of models; and for academic games. (DS)
Descriptors: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs
Kommers, Piet, Ed.; Issa, Tomayess, Ed.; Issa, Theodora, Ed.; McKay, Elspeth, Ed.; Isias, Pedro, Ed. – International Association for Development of the Information Society, 2016
These proceedings contain the papers and posters of the International Conferences on Internet Technologies & Society (ITS 2016), Educational Technologies (ICEduTech 2016) and Sustainability, Technology and Education (STE 2016), which have been organised by the International Association for Development of the Information Society and…
Descriptors: Conferences (Gatherings), Foreign Countries, Internet, Educational Technology