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Direct linkGonczi, Amanda L.; Maeng, Jennifer L.; Bell, Randy L.; Whitworth, Brooke A. – Computers in the Schools, 2016
This mixed-methods study sought to identify professional development implementation variables that may influence participant (a) adoption of simulations, and (b) use for inquiry-based science instruction. Two groups (Cohort 1, N = 52; Cohort 2, N = 104) received different professional development. Cohort 1 was focused on Web site use mechanics.…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Professional Development, Elementary School Science, Mixed Methods Research
Smetana, Lara Kathleen; Bell, Randy L. – International Journal of Science Education, 2012
Researchers have explored the effectiveness of computer simulations for supporting science teaching and learning during the past four decades. The purpose of this paper is to provide a comprehensive, critical review of the literature on the impact of computer simulations on science teaching and learning, with the goal of summarizing what is…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Teaching Methods, Best Practices, Science Instruction
Smetana, Lara K.; Bell, Randy L. – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2014
Studies considering whole-class use of computer simulations are limited, despite the increasing interest in this mode of use. The current study explored how a collection of computer simulations was integrated into both whole-class and small-group instructional settings during a high school chemistry unit on atomic structure. Participants included…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Teaching Methods, Large Group Instruction, Small Group Instruction
Bell, Randy L.; Trundle, Kathy Cabe – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2008
This study described the conceptual understandings of 50 early childhood (Pre-K-3) preservice teachers about standards-based lunar concepts before and after inquiry-based instruction utilizing educational technology. The instructional intervention integrated the planetarium software "Starry Night Backyard[TM]" with instruction on moon phases from…
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Computer Simulation, Technology Integration, Astronomy
