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Murfin, Brian – American Biology Teacher, 1998
Emphasizes the unique advantages of computer-mediated communication (CMC) for teaching genetics. CMC allows students to collect larger sample sizes than other methods and from any part of the world in a very short time. Describes hardware and software requirements, useful tools and techniques, and a sample project on human genetics for a…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Mediated Communication, Cooperation

Murfin, Brian – Interpersonal Computing and Technology Journal, 1994
Reports on a study of the effectiveness of computer-mediated communication (CMC) in providing African American and female middle school students with scientist role models. Quantitative and qualitative data gathered by analyzing messages students and scientists posted on a shared electronic bulletin board showed that CMC could be an effective…
Descriptors: Blacks, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Mediated Communication, Content Analysis