| This research is a study of the usefulness of computer tutorials and laboratory experimentation in a high school biology course to learn photosynthesis and respiration. The study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of providing content information through computer-assisted tutorials, and experimentation to increase understanding of the content in comparison to using lecture notes and practice worksheets. Fifty-three high school freshmen were the subjects in the study. Subjects interacted with ten computer tutorials and conducted five laboratory experiments pertaining to photosynthesis and respiration. Results of the activities as well as pre- and post-tests, final exams, and surveys were used to evaluate this study. |
