Describes features and uses of the Geometry Forum, a National Science Foundation funded Internet project which includes a set of electronic newsgroups for people interested in geometry. (MKR)

Presents examples of what can be done with CD-ROMs to enhance learning about weather and climate. Topics include hurricanes and tropical storms, climatic studies with CD-ROM archives, and assessment. (JRH)

Presents an effective way to start a technological revolution in schools by beginning with a single exciting project that incorporates new technologies and then letting interest in the project prompt others to action. (JRH)

This article argues that art educators must go beyond mere use of computer technology to assist instruction. They must also use their training in fine arts and humanities to influence the aesthetic and ethical directions of new technologies. (JDH)

Discusses whether computer technology can improve teaching and learning. Provides anecdotes about why some educators are sold on the promise of today's technology. (JOW)

Over the past 10 years high performance computers and communications have had a profound impact on the way science is done at research universities. This impact has extended into the undergraduate curriculum and has also been felt at the secondary school level through programs such as the SuperQuest program. This paper describes the background and…

Describes the National ADC0804, an inexpensive and readily available integrated ADC converter that can convert an analog voltage to an 8-bit signal. Includes schematic drawings. (DDR)

Presents a distillation experiment that uses temperature sensors connected to a computer in place of thermometers, and enables the whole class to view the data on a monitor and interpret and discuss the data in real time. (JRH)

Introduces the Meteor Scatter Project (MSP) in which high school students build an automated meteor observatory and learn to monitor meteor activity. Involves students in activities such as radio frequency survey, antenna design, antenna construction, manual meteor counts, and computer board configuration and installation. (YDS)

Discusses using verbal interactions to foster social studies learning, the language and content needs of immigrant students, and strategies that are effective with non-native English learners. Introduces two technology-enhanced, verbal-interactive activities, using personal narratives and storytelling in social studies, for both middle and high…

Offers practical advice and encouragement to potential users of PowerPoint who lack confidence and adequate computer skills to begin using this technology in their teaching. Offers suggestions on topics such as size of text, fonts, and use of color. (DDR)

Describes the use of batch-oriented computing as the basis for reintroducing homework problems as a teaching tool in beginning chemistry instruction. Stems from and expands upon a system used in a university setting that produces, delivers, grades, and keeps records for homework problems. (DDR)

Describes a motivational art class lesson to engage students who do not consider themselves as being artistic. Explains that students use technology to create self-portraits and learn about the crosshatch technique. (CMK)

Reviews the history of the acquisition and refinement of the chemical arts in the context of the use of metals by humans, the academic-industry connection in chemical education, curriculum history in chemistry, and the state of the chemistry teaching and learning environment. Contains 20 references. (DDR)