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Edwin P. Christmann
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How Reliable is the Temperature Forecast?
Edwin P. Christmann
Science Scope Vol. 28, No. 7 (2005) pp. 62–64
Project 2061 suggests "technology provides the eyes and ears of science--and some of the muscle too. The electronic computer, for example, has led to substantial progress in the study of weather systems...." Obviously, now that teachers have access...
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The Effects of Statistical Analysis Software and Calculators on Statistics Achievement
Edwin P. Christmann
Policy Futures in Education Vol. 7, No. 4 (2009) pp. 445–449
This study compared the effects of microcomputer-based statistical software and hand-held calculators on the statistics achievement of university males and females. The subjects, 73 graduate students enrolled in univariate statistics classes at a...
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Technologies for Special Needs Students
Edwin P. Christmann; Roxanne R. Christmann
Science Scope Vol. 26, No. 6 (2003) pp. 50–53
Describes computer-assisted instruction (CAI) and assistive technology (AT) for special needs students as a supplement to traditional instruction. Emphasizes working with special education teachers to incorporate technologies into students' science...
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Layers of Information: Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Robert A. Lucking; Edwin P. Christmann
Science Scope Vol. 26, No. 4 (2003) pp. 54–57
Describes the Geographic Information System (GIS) which is capable of storing, manipulating, and displaying data allowing students to explore complex relationships through scientific inquiry. Explains applications of GIS in middle school classrooms...
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The Effects of Computers on Male and Female Statistics Achievement
Edwin P. Christmann; John L. Badgett
Journal of Computing in Higher Education Vol. 9, No. 1 (1997) pp. 49–58
A study compared the effects of microcomputer-based software and hand-held calculators on the statistics achievement of 50 graduate students. Results showed no significant difference between computer and calculator groups or between genders but did...
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The Comparative Effectiveness of CAI on Collegiate Academic Performance
Edwin P. Christmann; John L. Badgett
Journal of Computing in Higher Education Vol. 11, No. 2 (2000) pp. 91–103
Meta-analysis of 18 studies on the effectiveness of computer-assisted instruction (CAI) at the college level found an overall mean effect size of 0.127, i.e., students receiving traditional instruction supplemented with CAI performed slightly better ...
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A Different Phase Change
Lyndsay B. Link; Edwin P. Christmann
Science Scope Vol. 28, No. 3 (2004) pp. 52–54
This article provides instructions, and a list of supplies for a teacher performed class demonstration showing, change of state. Having students engage in technology-based inquiry activities is an excellent way for teachers to introduce topics that...
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Progressive Comparison of the Effectiveness of Computer-Assisted Instruction on Science Achievement: A Meta-Analysis
Edwin P. Christmann; John L. Badgett
International Conference on Mathematics / Science Education and Technology 2000 (2000) pp. 118–123
This study compared science students who were exposed to traditional methodology with those who received traditional methodology supplemented with computer-assisted instruction (CAI). From the 24 conclusions, an overall mean effect size of 0.266...
Topics: Science, Achievement, Physical Education, Computer Sciences, Students
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Testing the pH of Soft Drinks
Edwin P. Christmann; Adam J. Holy
Science Scope Vol. 28, No. 8 (July 2005) pp. 54–55
In this article, the authors describe how to use a TI-73/83/84 graphing calculator and Vernier's LabPro/CBL2 probe system to take pH readings. This is not an endorsement of these products, but simply the authors' attempt to give readers an idea of...
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A Meta-Analytic Comparison of the Effects of Computer-Assisted Instruction on Elementary Students’ Academic Achievement
Edwin P. Christmann; John L. Badgett
Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual Vol. 2003, No. 1 (2003) pp. 91–104
This meta-analysis compared the academic achievement of elementary students who received either traditional instruction or traditional instruction supplemented with CAI. From the 68 effect sizes, an overall mean effect size of 0.342 was calculated,...
Topics: Achievement, Students
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The Effectiveness of Computer-Assisted Instruction on the Academic Achievement of Secondary Students: A Meta-Analytical Comparison between Urban, Suburban, and Rural Educational Settings
Edwin P. Christmann; Robert A. Lucking; John L. Badgett
Computers in the Schools Vol. 13, No. 3 (1997) pp. 31–40
Describes results of a meta-analysis that was conducted to determine whether there was a difference among the responses of secondary urban, rural, and suburban students to computer- assisted instruction. Discusses effect sizes and comparing mean...
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Make Your Own Mashup Maps
Robert A. Lucking; Edwin P. Christmann; Mervyn J. Whiting
Science Scope Vol. 31, No. 8 (April 2008) pp. 58–61
"Mashup" is a new technology term used to describe a web application that combines data or technology from several different sources. You can apply this concept in your classroom by having students create their own mashup maps. Google Maps provides...
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The Latest in Handheld Microscopes
Mervyn J. Wighting; Robert A. Lucking; Edwin P. Christmann
Science Scope Vol. 6 (March 2004) pp. 58–61
Around 1590, Zacharias Jansenn of Holland invented the microscope. Jansenn, an eyeglass maker by trade, experimented with lenses and discovered that things appeared closer with combinations of lenses. Over the past 400 years, several refinements to...