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Bollinger, Richard – Classroom Computer Learning, 1984
Presents a computer program which predicts the weather based on student input of such weather data as wind direction and barometric pressure. Also provides procedures for several hands-on, weather-related activities. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Elementary School Science, Intermediate Grades, Prediction
Peer reviewedMioduser, David; Venezky, Richard L.; Gong, Brian – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1998
Presents the Weather Lab, a computer-based tool for assessing student knowledge and understanding of weather phenomena by involving students in generating weather forecasts or manipulating weather components affecting the final formulation of a forecast. Contains 37 references. (Author/ASK)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education
Peer reviewedJones, David – School Science Review, 1988
Describes the methods and materials used to obtain satellite pictures from weather satellites. Discusses possible physics lessons which can be done using this equipment including orbital mechanics, and how the satellite works. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Experiential Learning
Barden, William, Jr. – Science PROBE!, 1991
Described is a simple electronic interface that can receive signals from up to four analog sensors and four event detectors and save the data on disk. Schematic diagrams, construction details, sample temperature plot and weather station logging programs, and a parts list are included. (KR)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Peripherals, Computer Software, Computer System Design
Peer reviewedMeier, Beverly – Science Scope, 1988
Discusses a weather prediction activity connecting local weather network by computer modem. Describes software for telecommunications, data gathering, preparation work, and instructional procedures. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Earth Science


