A Computer-Based Dialogue for Deriving Energy Conservation for Motion in One-Dimension. A Computer Simulation for the Study of Waves / Alfred M. Bork and Others.

Two computer programs are described, with the development and implementation of the first program described in some detail. This is a student-computer dialogue for beginning or intermediate physics classes entitled "A Computer-Based Dialogue for Deriving Energy Conservation for Motion in One-Dimensi...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Bork, Alfred M.
Corporate Author: University of California, Irvine
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] : Distributed by ERIC Clearinghouse, 1971.
Subjects:
College Science.
Computer Assisted Instruction.
Computer Programs.
Energy.
Instructional Materials.
Motion.
Physics.
Program Descriptions.
Secondary School Science.
Simulation.
Waves (Physics)
Physical Description:36 pages
Format: Microfilm Book
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Summary:
Two computer programs are described, with the development and implementation of the first program described in some detail. This is a student-computer dialogue for beginning or intermediate physics classes entitled "A Computer-Based Dialogue for Deriving Energy Conservation for Motion in One-Dimension." A portion of the flowchart is included, along with a general discussion of the analysis of the program using student response information. The second program simulates a pulse in a rope. The student is provided with a "measurement" facility; if he enters time and position, he is told the rope displacement. Checks are made as to the reasonableness of the student strategy, and suggestions are given based on these checks. Auxiliary facilities such as plotting and listing are provided. (Author/TS)
Note:Sponsoring Agency: National Science Foundation, Washington, DC.
Microform.
Call Number:ED058033 Microfiche
Reproduction Note:
Microfiche. [Washington D.C.]: ERIC Clearinghouse microfiches : positive.