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Southgate, Erica – Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2020
"Virtual Reality in Curriculum and Pedagogy" explores the instructional, ethical, practical, and technical issues related to the integration of immersive virtual reality (VR) in school classrooms. The book's original pedagogical framework is informed by qualitative and quantitative data collected from the first-ever study to embed…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Technology Integration, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science
Binek, Slawomir; Kimla, Damian; Jarosz, Jerzy; Styc, Krysztof – Physics Education, 2018
In this article a new authorial EduPython application is presented. It is an online tool that supports the teaching of physics using a problem-solving method. It gives the teacher an opportunity to collect data that students send using their smartphones. The application uses the data to produce a collective answer of all the students which gives…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Interaction, Physics, Secondary Education
Cai, Yiyu; Lu, Baifang; Zheng, Jianmin; Li, Lin – Simulation & Gaming, 2006
Games have long been used as a tool for teaching important subject matter, from concept building to problem solving. Through fun learning, students may further develop their curiosities and interest in their study. This article addresses the issue of learning biomolecular structures by virtual reality gaming. A bio edutainment solution featuring…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Biochemistry, Foreign Countries, High Schools
A Validity and Reliability Study of a Computer Simulation Designed to Test for Control of Variables.
Borst, Richard Alan – 1986
The problem of this study was to develop, validate, and establish the reliability of a computer simulation which would: (1) distinguish between concrete and formal thinking patterns related to control of variables; (2) be easily administered to a class of secondary school age subjects; (3) preserve the interactive aspects of the Piagetian task;…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Simulation, Piagetian Theory, Reliability

Eliason, John C., Jr. – Physics Teacher, 1989
Discusses a laboratory exercise simulating the paths of light rays through spherical water drops by applying principles of ray optics and geometry. Describes four parts: determining the output angles, computer simulation, explorations, model testing, and solutions. Provides a computer program and some diagrams. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Laboratory Experiments, Laboratory Procedures, Optics

Stratford, Steven J. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1997
Covers research conducted within the past 10 years on the topic of using computer models and simulations to aid science instruction at the precollege level. The research is categorized into three main areas: (1) students running preprogrammed simulations; (2) students creating dynamic models using modeling environments; and (3) students using…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Programming

Saltinski, Ronald – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1984
Examines various types of software useful in teaching about nuclear energy. Includes a list of 11 software resources (including program name, source and cost, system requirements, and brief comments about the program). (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Environmental Education, Microcomputers
Mandinach, Ellen B.; Thorpe, Margaret E. – 1987
This document reports on the first year of the STACI (Systems Thinking and Curriculum Innovation) project, a two-year project which is examining the cognitive demands and consequences of using the STELLA (Structural Thinking Experimental Learning Laboratory with Animation) software to teach systems thinking, content knowledge, and problem solving.…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Curriculum Development

Shaw, Edward L.; And Others – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1984
Presents a lesson plan format which enables teachers to incorporate simulations into their classroom activities. Particular attention is given to planning for the interactions students should have while engaged with the simulation. Includes cognitive and affective results obtained from trials of the format with elementary/middle school students…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Educational Research, Elementary School Science, Intermediate Grades

Hounshell, Paul B.; Hill, Stanford R., Jr. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1989
This study examined the impact of a biology course emphasizing computer simulation on student achievement and student attitudes toward science. The students in the experimental group were placed in a class limited to 16 students to have 2 students to each computer. (YP)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Biology, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation
Simmons, Patricia E. – 1988
An integral part of the curriculum in introductory biology courses is the study of Mendelian genetics. Results from genetics learning studies and needs assessments demonstrated the need for additional intensive research in biology education and genetics learning. There exists a lack of detailed information describing reasoning patterns and…
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Computer Simulation, Genetics

Zietsman, Aletta I.; Hewson, Peter W. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1986
This study used a microcomputer program which diagnosed and remediated an alternative conception of velocity. Results show computer simulations are credible representations of reality and that the remedial part of the program produces significant conceptual changes in students holding the alternative conception. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Simulation, Concept Formation, Higher Education

Hall, Edward C., Jr. – Nature Study, 1984
Describes software packages on energy topics which are undergoing teacher reviews and testing. Although all are intended primarily for grades seven to 12, some are also appropriate for higher education. Program topics include power plant engineer, energy conversions, personal energy inventory, temperature grapher, home energy savings, and electric…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Conservation Education

Sepe, Stephen – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Reports on a process which allows active study of mutating the characteristics of a population of organisms. States that the program, written in C, should run on a MS/DOS system with 640K; CGA is required for graphics output. Describes implementation procedures and two examples using the program. (RT)
Descriptors: Biology, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Evolution
Dewhurst, David – Humane Innovations and Alternatives in Animal Experimentation: A Notebook, 1990
Three interactive computer-assisted learning programs are described. The use of tissues from freshly killed frogs is simulated, including the isolated sciatic nerve, the sciatic nerve-gastrocnemius muscle, and the in situ heart. (KR)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Dissection