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Journal of Science Education and Technology

2001 Volume 10, Number 4

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Number of articles: 9

  1. Learning Difficult Content Using the Web: Strategies Make a Difference

    David W. Brooks & Kent J. Crippen

    Introduces a web site designed to teach descriptive chemistry through testing. (YDS) More

    pp. 283-85

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  2. Helping Your Local Amphibians (HYLA): An Internet-based Amphibian Course for Educators

    Tony P. Murphy

    Introduces an online zoology course that was offered primarily to upper elementary and middle school teachers in which teachers were expected to take action to help the local amphibian population. ... More

    pp. 287-92

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  3. Current State of Web Sites in Science Education--Focus on Atomic Structure

    Inbal Tuvi & Rafi Nachmias

    Explores to what extent the web's advanced graphical tools and computational power are implemented in science education. Focuses on the pedagogical and technological characteristics of web sites... More

    pp. 293-303

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  4. Differential Effects of a Multimedia Goal-based Scenario To Teach Introductory Biochemistry--Who Benefits Most?

    Regina Schoenfeld-Tacher, Loretta L. Jones & Kay A. Persichitte

    Investigates the relationship of cognitive and demographic variables to learning outcomes from a multimedia Goal-Based Scenario (GBS) lesson on DNA. Focuses on gender, ethnicity, prior science... More

    pp. 305-17

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  5. Cognitive Comparisons of Students' Systems Modeling in Ecology

    Kathleen Hogan & David Thomas

    Examines the cognition of five pairs of high school students over time as they built quantitative ecological models using STELLA software. Applies theories of the multifaceted nature of cognition... More

    pp. 319-45

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  6. Computer Applications in Balancing Chemical Equations

    David D. Kumar

    Discusses computer-based approaches to balancing chemical equations. Surveys 13 methods, 6 based on matrix, 2 interactive programs, 1 stand-alone system, 1 developed in algorithm in Basic, 1 based ... More

    pp. 347-50

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  7. Content Evaluation of an Environmental Science Field Trip

    Doug Knapp & Elizabeth Barrie

    Attempts to evaluate which of the content areas provide a more optimum learning experience, ecology/natural science topics or awareness of environmental problems/issues. Identifies knowledge... More

    pp. 351-57

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  8. How Pendulum Studies Can Promote Knowledge of the Nature of Science

    Michael R. Matthews

    Discusses the extent to which contemporary science curricula include knowledge of the nature of science as a goal of science instruction. Outlines the crucial role played by the pendulum in the... More

    pp. 359-68

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  9. Technology Programs...For All or for Some?

    Susan P. Giancola

    Introduces the Delaware Technology Innovation Challenge (DTIC) project which aims to increase parent involvement, generate more time for learning, and improve student achievement. Investigates... More

    pp. 369-84

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