NotesFAQContact Us
Collection
Advanced
Search Tips
50 Years of ERIC
50 Years of ERIC
The Education Resources Information Center (ERIC) is celebrating its 50th Birthday! First opened on May 15th, 1964 ERIC continues the long tradition of ongoing innovation and enhancement.

Learn more about the history of ERIC here. PDF icon

Back to results
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
ERIC Number: EJ546498
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
Pages: N/A
Abstractor: N/A
Reference Count: 0
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1059-0145
Case Studies of Microcomputer and Interactive Video Simulations in Middle School Earth Science Teaching.
Jackson, David F.
Journal of Science Education and Technology, v6 n2 p127-41 Jun 1997
Synthesizes the results of three case studies of middle school classrooms in which computer and video materials were used to teach topics in earth and space sciences through interactive simulations. Describes specific instances in which common current practice is problematic. Makes suggestions regarding improved design principles for such materials. Contains 25 references. (Author/JRH)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Earth Science, Educational Strategies, Educational Technology, Interactive Video, Intermediate Grades, Material Development, Microcomputers, Middle Schools, Science Instruction, Space Sciences, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: N/A
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: N/A
Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers: N/A