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Peer reviewedHill, Jack – PTA Today, 1988
To help parents select educational software that will supplement their child's schoolwork, purchasing guidelines are suggested. Two books for further reading are recommended. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Guidelines, Home Instruction
Peer reviewedPantiel, Mindy; Petersen, Becky – PTA Today, 1984
The home computer must be outfitted with high quality software to be a valuable educational tool. Suggestions on where to look for software and standards to use in evaluating materials are offered. (DF)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Criteria
Spruiell, Phyllis R.; Turner, Kathryn – Exceptional Parent, 1986
Parent guidelines for selecting appropriate software for three- to five-year-olds address trying the software out, what to look for, and what to expect. Evaluation criteria cover appropriate vocabulary level, individual needs, child involvement, target audience, creative presentation, and useful feedback. (CB)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Evaluation Criteria, Guidelines, Instructional Material Evaluation
Christie, Linda Gail – InCider, 1985
Presents some rules of thumb for parents and teachers who are developing software libraries. Includes comments on drill and practice software, programs (simulations and adventure games) that teach thinking/problem-solving skills, and programs that foster creativity. Also includes list of resources for selecting software. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Courseware, Creativity, Drills (Practice)
Download full textSpencer, Mima – 1986
This Digest points out characteristics of quality computer software for children, describes different kinds of software, and suggests ways to get software for preview. The need to consider the purpose for which the software is to be used and the degree to which the software meets its stated goals is noted. Desirable software characteristics and…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Drills (Practice), Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education
ACT, Inc., 2007
The materials in this College Planning Guide support a 40-50 minute general college planning presentation. It is most effective when delivered to high school juniors (and their parents) in the spring. It can also be used in the fall with seniors or with sophomores and their parents who desire an overview of the college planning process. The…
Descriptors: Planning, Guidelines, High School Students, College Attendance
Brown, Susan, Ed. – 1984
Designed to assist local board of education members, administrators, teachers, and parents, this guide provides information on planning a comprehensive computer education program and on selecting hardware and software. Planning topics discussed include purposes/types of computer use, staff training, location, distribution of computers across…
Descriptors: Budgets, Check Lists, Computer Software, Educational Planning
