This publication consists of a lengthy list of environmental games (35) on the market today, their source and purchase price. Included is a description of the major changes the types of games have undergone. The first group of games resembled closely ordinary board games with success dependent on skill and/or chance rather than understanding of…

Presents an annotated list of 40 software programs. Each entry includes publisher, address, hardware, requirement(s), grade level(s), and program description. A list of readings about astronomical computer programs is given. (DH)

This publication is a selected list of games and simulations concerned with urban, environmental, and social problems. The contents are divided into four major parts: (1) games developed at the University of Michigan; (2) games distributed by Simile II; (3) games distributed by other companies; and (4) computerized gaming/simulations. All titles…

This guide contains a selected list of urban, environmental, and social problem gaming/simulations. The games included in the list are suitable for a variety of age groups and educational purposes. The games are divided into categories based on the group that developed the game or simulation. The categories include games/simulations developed or…

A rationale is presented for the use of inquiry activities in the biology classroom when teaching the concept of evolution. An annotated list of evolution laboratory activities from 18 nontextbook sources is included. Each annotation includes the title, source, major evolutionary concepts, and a brief description. (KR)

Provides an annotated list of references on computer-oriented projects. Includes information on computers; hands-on versus simulations; games; instruction; students' attitudes and learning styles; artificial intelligence; tutoring; and application of spreadsheets. (RT)

Presents annotated list of computer programs related to geophysics, geomorphology, paleontology, economic geology, petroleum geology, and miscellaneous topics. Entries include description, instructional use(s), programing language, and availability. Programs described in previous installments (found in SE 533 635 and 534 182) focused on…

Provides an annotated list of references for educators on using computers in the classroom and for researchers in gathering background materials in preparation of articles, grant proposals, and presentations. Focuses specifically on the topic of computer simulation. (ML)

There are a number of ways in which the educational applications of computers can be categorized. This document focuses on the use of computers in science teaching. It differentiates between such terminology as tutor, tool, tutee, tutorial dialogue, revelatory use, conjectural use, and emancipatory use. The major portion of this paper is a…

Human engineering guidelines for the design of instructor/operator stations (IOSs) for aircrew training devices are provided in this handbook. These guidelines specify the preferred configuration of IOS equipment across the range of the anticipated user sizes and performance capabilities. The guidelines are consolidated from various human…

Contains a directory of teaching materials pertaining to energy education that are available from government agencies, utility companies, advocacy organizations, and non-profit associations. Provides the address and phone number of each source, along with a listing of the titles, levels, prices, and categories of the materials. (TW)