Computer Series, 85. Werner and Jorgensen: Presenting History with a Computer.

Whisnant, David M.

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ERIC Number: EJ358506

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1987

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Computer Series, 85. Werner and Jorgensen: Presenting History with a Computer.

Whisnant, David M.

Journal of Chemical Education, v64 n8 p688-90 Aug 1987

Describes a computer simulation which deals with the Werner-Jorgensen controversy from the standpoint of Kuhn's description of scientific change. Encourages the use of such instructional approaches to introduce general chemistry students to the process of science, including how (1) theories develop, (2) change occurs, and (3) scientists behave. (TW)

Descriptors: Chemical Bonding, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Courseware, Higher Education, Molecular Structure, Science Education, Science History, Science Instruction

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive; Computer Programs; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Audience: Practitioners

Language: English

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