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Stieff, Mike; Wilensky, Uri – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2003
Describes a novel modeling and simulation package and assesses its impact on students' understanding of chemistry. Connected Chemistry was implemented inside the NetLogo modeling environment. Using Connected Chemistry, students employed problem -solving techniques characterized by stronger attempts at conceptual understanding and logical…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Cognitive Structures, College Students, Comprehension

Euler, Dieter – History Microcomputer Review, 1990
Investigates effect of computer-aided instruction (CAI) on acquisition of communication skills. Sketches a tutorial of the basic communication structure. Recommends confining CAI to cognitive learning because CAI cannot advance communication skills. Maintains that integrating CAI in social arrangements will allow the computer to remain an…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Structures, Communication Research, Communication Skills