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ERIC Number: EJ419214
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1990
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-1341
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Computers in Geography Instruction.
Fitzpatrick, Charlie
Journal of Geography, v89 n4 p148-49 Jul-Aug 1990
Examines how geography is particularly well suited to classroom uses of computers. Discusses available geography software in three categories: database, exploratory, and simulation, linking programs to the skills they develop. Provides a list of catalogs and geographic computer programs that teachers may find helpful. (DB)
Descriptors: Advanced Courses, Advanced Placement Programs, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware, Cross Cultural Studies, Databases, Decision Making Skills, Elementary Secondary Education, Geography Instruction, Interactive Video, Locational Skills (Social Studies), Map Skills, Resource Materials, Social Studies, Thinking Skills, United States Government (Course)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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