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Miller, B. W.; Cromley, J. G.; Newcombe, N. S. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2016
Visual representations are essential for science understanding, but many students have poor diagrammatic reasoning skills. Previous research showed that teaching high school and college students about the conventions of diagrams (COD) can improve diagrammatic reasoning. In this study, middle school science students received COD instruction…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Visual Aids, Science Instruction, Science Education
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Planchard, Marie – Engineering Design Graphics Journal, 2007
At some point in their education, pre-engineering students will take physics and/or calculus. For many freshmen who aren't certain about their career paths, taking these courses is a litmus test to determine whether they have the aptitude or desire to pursue an engineering degree. Therein lies the challenge for many students in the U.S. Science,…
Descriptors: Engineering Education, Student Interests, Physics, Computer Software
Mihich, Orlando – Learning & Leading with Technology, 1996
Describes a science project at Booker T. Washington Middle School #54 (New York City) where seventh and eighth graders computed the Hudson River's water quality using ClarisWorks spreadsheets and MicroWorlds software. Students gained technology skills and public recognition, as well as scientific and environmental information. Includes sample…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Experiential Learning
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Reid, Robert K. – American Biology Teacher, 1994
Describes a computer-generated exercise that combines creative-thinking skills with practice activities in spelling and recalling vocabulary. A sample word game is included. (ZWH)
Descriptors: Biology, Class Activities, Computer Uses in Education, Creative Thinking
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Huber, Richard A.; Harriett, G. William – Meridian, 1998
Suggests ways to better implement the World Wide Web as a powerful teaching tool. Considers three general educational strategies, each of which taps into different strengths of the Internet as an information delivery system. Describes daily Internet-based exercises, project involvement activities, and cyber field trips. (AEF)
Descriptors: Assignments, Class Activities, Computer Uses in Education, Field Trips
Kloza, Brad – Instructor, 2000
Presents a collection of computer software programs designed to spark learning enthusiasm at every grade level and across the curriculum. They include Reader Rabbit's Learn to Read, Spelling Power, Mind Twister Math, Community Construction Kit, Breaking the Code, Encarta Africana 2000, Virtual Serengeti, Operation: Frog (Deluxe), and My First…
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Class Activities, Computer Games, Computer Software