Introduction to probeware, research basis, hands-on activities using Vernier temperature, light, and motion probes from Go! product line.

1. Probeware
Integrating Mathematics, Science, & Technology

2. How does using
probeware improve
learning in mathematics
and science?
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Students who used probeware scored
significantly higher on pre- and post-tests
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in science compared with students who
did not use probeware
Concord Consortium
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9. “ With appropriate instructional
design, probeware actually
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increases student learning
from inquiry.
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11. Work in pairs or threes.
Install Logger Lite .
Connect a Go! Temp
or Go! Link with
sensor to a USB port
Start up Logger Lite
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12. Light
Learning to Use a Light Probe
Reflectivity of Light
Temperature
Are We Cool or What?
Why Do We Need Thermometers?
Celsius or Fahrenheit?
Hold Everything! Comparing Insulators
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14. Choose One
eMotion
Batty About Science
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15. How does using
probeware
improve learning
in mathematics
and science?
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16. This presentation was
created by
Shirley Ann Smith, Ph.D.
www.boldleaps.net
ssmith8153@sc.rr.com
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