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| Wulfson, Stephen, Ed. | 2 |
| Bitter, Gary G., Ed. | 1 |
| Dwyer, Donna | 1 |
| Knorr, Thomas, Sr. | 1 |
| Levin, James | 1 |
| McGrath, Diane | 1 |
| McGrath, Diane, Ed. | 1 |
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| Book/Product Reviews | 8 |
| Journal Articles | 8 |
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Peer reviewedMcGrath, Diane, Ed. – School Science and Mathematics, 1989
Reviewed are two computer software programs for Apple II computers on weather for upper elementary and middle school grades. "Weather" introduces the major factors (temperature, humidity, wind, and air pressure) affecting weather. "How Weather Works" uses simulation and auto-tutorial formats on sun, wind, fronts, clouds, and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary School Science
Peer reviewedKnorr, Thomas, Sr.; Levin, James – Science Teacher, 1990
The use of the Accu-Weather database system in a junior high school classroom is described. Costs, equipment, and information received are discussed. Two software packages designed for use with meteorological data and Accu-Weather are highlighted. Availability information and a description of the services provided are included. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Instructional Materials, Maps
Peer reviewedWulfson, Stephen, Ed. – Science and Children, 1990
Reviewed are seven computer software packages including "Frog Dissection Lab Report,""Backyard Birds,""LEGO TC Logo,""Alcohol--Four Interactive Programs,""Windows on Science--Life Science,""Climate and Weather/Our Town Database," and "Weeds to Trees." Discussed are availability, features, strengths, and weaknesses. (CW)
Descriptors: Alcohol Abuse, Animals, Biological Sciences, Computer Simulation
Peer reviewedScience and Children, 1990
Reviewed are six computer software packages including "Invisible Bugs,""Chaos Plus...,""The Botanist's Apprentice,""A Baby is Born," Storyboard Plus-Version 2.0," and "Weather." Hardware requirements, functions, performance, and use in the classroom are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Animals, Biology, Botany, Chaos Theory
Peer reviewedBitter, Gary G., Ed. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Reviews three software packages: (1) "The Weather Machine Courseware Kit" for grades 7-12; (2) "Exploring Measurement, Time, and Money--Level I," for primary level mathematics; and (3) "Professor DOS with SmartGuide for DOS" providing an extensive tutorial covering DOS 2.1 to 4.0. Discusses the strengths and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Simulation, Computer Software
Peer reviewedWulfson, Stephen, Ed. – Science and Children, 1990
Reviewed are six computer software packages including "Lunar Greenhouse,""Dyno-Quest,""How Weather Works,""Animal Trackers,""Personal Science Laboratory," and "The Skeletal and Muscular Systems." Availability, functional, and hardware requirements are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Anatomy, Animals, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software Reviews
Peer reviewedDwyer, Donna; And Others – Science and Children, 1989
Reviewed are seven software packages for Apple and IBM computers. Included are: "Toxicology"; "Science Corner: Space Probe"; "Alcohol and Pregnancy"; "Science Tool Kit Plus"; Computer Investigations: Plant Growth"; "Climatrolls"; and "Animal Watch: Whales." (CW)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Software Reviews
Peer reviewedMcGrath, Diane – School Science and Mathematics, 1990
Reviews two programs: (1) "The Weather Machine" on understanding weather and weather forecasting and (2) "The Mystery of the Hotel Victoria" on problem solving in mathematics. Presents the descriptions, advantages, and weaknesses of the software. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews
