It is very hard to find decent software programs for older students. Even in the elementary market, it takes a forward thinking company to do a good science program, when math and reading are so much more "accesible." MCH hits the nail on the head wtih these science tutorials! Not only are the superbly done, but they are for advanced high school and college students!

One problem with science in the classroom is that it is NOT a 2- dimensional, textbook oriented subject. The more hands-on and visual the subject is the more retention students will have. These tutorials are great for teachers, as they can be used to supplement existing texts and lectures. Having a hard time explaining Newton's Laws? No problem, there is a great tutorial here that shows every aspect of force, intertia etc. Each tutorial plays like a fancy PowerPoint presentation with interactive graphical activities. These would work wonderfully in a classroom lecture setting, or individually at computer work stations.

As a teacher, this would be a WONDERFUl resource to have when giving lectures. You can even add your own notes. As a student, it's a great way to study concepts discussed in class, get a leg up on the other students, and do some self-initiated exploration. While these tutorials are for the older crowd, high-school students can benefit from them as well. Any advanced high school student or college student will do well with these tutorials.

If you are looking for a textbook on the computer that walks you though each aspect of the subject, and gives nice little quizes, and "covers" everything, this is not it. This program IS for the student or teacher who wants a fantastic tool to teach or learn difficult science concepts. This would be a great addition to any high school AP or honors classroom, high school homeschool setting, or college level science classroom.

To see more of this program including a demo, visit http://www.mchmultimedia.com/flashframe.htm

 

 

 

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