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Peer reviewedIona, Mario – Physics Teacher, 1988
Evaluates an elementary textbook (Journeys in Science, volume 3) on thermodynamics. Points out some inadequate expressions and explains the reasons. (YP)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Heat, Misconceptions
Peer reviewedGrable-Wallace, Lisa; And Others – Physics Teacher, 1989
Evaluates seven courseware packages covering the topics of fluid dynamics, kinetic theory, and thermal properties. Discusses the price range, sub-topics, program type, interaction, time, calculus required, graphics, and comments of each courseware. Selects some packages based on the criteria. (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
Peer reviewedBirk, James P., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Describes two computer programs for chemistry: (1) "A Microcomputer Simulation of Fractal Electrodeposition" (provides for the study of fractal aggregrates, BASIC 4.0); and (2) "Counters on Grids" (a game to illustrate the distribution of energy). Notes the programs are available from the authors. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemical Equilibrium, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Games
