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Luo, Wei; Pelletier, Jon; Duffin, Kirk; Ormand, Carol; Hung, Wei-chen; Shernoff, David J.; Zhai, Xiaoming; Iverson, Ellen; Whalley, Kyle; Gallaher, Courtney; Furness, Walter – Journal of Geoscience Education, 2016
The long geological time needed for landform development and evolution poses a challenge for understanding and appreciating the processes involved. The Web-based Interactive Landform Simulation Model--Grand Canyon (WILSIM-GC, http://serc.carleton.edu/landform/) is an educational tool designed to help students better understand such processes,…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Teaching Methods, Computer Uses in Education, Comparative Analysis
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Niemitz, Matthew; Slough, Scott; Peart, Leslie; Klaus, Ann.; Leckie, R. Mark; St. John, Kristen – Journal of Educational Multimedia and Hypermedia, 2008
The use of interactive virtual expeditions in classroom learning environments is an effective means to engage learners in understanding science as an inquiry process, infusing current research and relevant science into the classroom, and positively affecting learner attitudes towards science as a process and a career. A comparative analysis of the…
Descriptors: Interaction, Comparative Analysis, Scientists, Teaching Methods
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Hart, Allan Bruce; And Others – Journal of Geological Education, 1988
Described is a mineral identification program which uses a shell system for creating expert systems of a classification nature. Discusses identification of minerals in hand specimens, thin sections, and polished sections of rocks. (Author/CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Crystallography
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Horton, Robert A., Jr. – Journal of Geological Education, 1994
Advocates a computer-controlled x-ray diffractometer as an inexpensive analytical tool that is easy to use and applicable to a wide range of geological problems. Both qualitative and quantitative experiments are possible. Exercises can easily be customized to local geology. Ideal for small departments with limited resources for providing hands-on…
Descriptors: Chemical Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Evaluation Methods
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Boger, Phillip David; Boger, Jane Louise – Journal of Geological Education, 1994
Discusses the use of interactive computer-assisted lab exercises that combine text, graphics, and simple animation. Students use these self-paced applications to test their level of comprehension, identify their misconceptions, and seek explanatory information. Benefits include consistency in teaching and evaluation, and the ability to link with…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Geology, Higher Education
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Busbey, Arthur Bresnahan III – Journal of Geological Education, 1989
Described is a software package, "Trapeze," within which a routine called LinDis can be used. Discussed are teaching methods, the linear discriminant model and equations, the LinDis worksheet, and an example. The set up for this routine is included. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Discriminant Analysis
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Kohut, Connie K.; And Others – Journal of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Education, 1993
Discusses MAX, an interactive computer program for teaching identification of clay minerals based on standard x-ray diffraction characteristics. The program provides tutorial-type exercises for identification of 16 clay standards, self-evaluation exercises, diffractograms of 28 soil clay minerals, and identification of nonclay minerals. (MDH)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Environmental Education
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Robinson, Gene D. – Journal of Geoscience Education, 2001
Describes an exercise for a lecture class that breaks the monotony of note taking and requires active student thought and participation. Helps students grasp the idea of geologic time as it relates to the erosion of a prominent local landmark, Massanutten Mountain. (Author/SAH)
Descriptors: Active Learning, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development, Geology
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Ramananantoandro, Ramanantsoa – Journal of Geological Education, 1988
Presented is a description of a BASIC program to be used on an IBM microcomputer for calculating and plotting synthetic seismic-reflection traces for multilayered earth models. Discusses finding raypaths for given source-receiver offsets using the "shooting method" and calculating the corresponding travel times. (Author/CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Earth Science
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Holm, Paul Eric – Journal of Geological Education, 1988
Describes how interactive programs for scientific modeling may be created by using spreadsheet software such as LOTUS 1-2-3. Lists the advantages of using this method. Discusses fractional distillation, batch partial melting, and combination models as examples. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computation, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
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Dutch, Steven Ian – Journal of Geological Education, 1991
Spreadsheets are well suited to many geochemical calculations, especially those that are highly repetitive. Some of the kinds of problems that can be conveniently solved with spreadsheets include elemental abundance calculations, equilibrium abundances in nuclear decay chains, and isochron calculations. (Author/PR)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
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Wells, Neil Andrew – Journal of Geological Education, 1988
Discussed are field analyses of data involving paleocurrent directions using a goniometer and special programs for a pocket computer. States that on-site evaluation can provide immediate realization and verification of anomalous results. Includes computer programs and directions for building a goniometer. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
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Wilkerson, Marlon Scott; Hsui, Albert Tong-Kwan – Journal of Geological Education, 1989
Discussed is a program created to serve as an instructional tool for teaching basin analysis. Described is the use of the program for interpreting plots resulting from backstripping methods. Included in the discussion are implementation, applications and availability of the "Subside!" program. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
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De Paor, Declan G. – Journal of Geological Education, 1989
Background information, data input, data analysis, and advantages of using this method with this software are discussed. A flowchart of the event-trapping program structure and a printout of the program are included. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
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Vacher, Henry Leonard – Journal of Geological Education, 1989
This article presents a vector-analysis approach to the classical three-point problem in hydrogeology. Problem sets involving strike and dip, and ground water flow including computer programs (in BASIC) for their solution are given. (CW)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education
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