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Abrams, Mary; Kurlychek, Ken – Perspectives in Education and Deafness, 1989
This article describes the Software Evaluation Clearinghouse for Educators of the Hearing Impaired at Gallaudet University (Washington, DC). Software compatible with Apple and IBM hardware is collected, rated by clearinghouse members, and described in a printed catalog. Tips on starting a software lending library are offered. (PB)
Descriptors: Clearinghouses, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Courseware
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Journal of Chemical Education, 1987
Provided is a review of a chemical software package. The package makes possible an instructional technique that is not effective by any other means, namely the ability to view molecular shapes in three dimensions. The program can be used with either IBM or Apple hardware. (RH)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
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Schick, James B. M. – History Microcomputer Review, 1990
Critiques current examples of computerized grammar and style checkers. Examines the relative strengths and weaknesses of each program. Concludes that programs are not an adequate substitute for knowing the applicable rule of English. (RW)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Computers
Holzberg, Carol S. – Learning, 1995
This article describes how teachers can use computers to handle a variety of classroom management tasks thus freeing themselves for more time on teaching. Suggests first steps for becoming comfortable with computers and reviews and describes five computer software programs for teachers. (JB)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Anxiety, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
Nolf, Kathleen; Weaver, Dave – 1986
This paper provides generalizations and ideas on what to look for when previewing software products designed for teaching or improving the keyboarding skills of elementary school students, a list of nine products that the MicroSIFT (Microcomputer Software and Information for Teachers) staff recommends for preview, and a table of features comparing…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary Education, Keyboarding (Data Entry)
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Calle, Carlos I.; Roach, Jennifer A. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Described is a microcomputer software program NUCLEAR REACTIONS designed for college level students and in use at Sweet Briar College (Sweet Briar, VA). The program is written in Microsoft Basic Version 2.1 for the Apple Macintosh Microcomputer. It introduces two conservation principles: (1) conservation of charge; and (2) conservation of nucleon…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Higher Education
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Smith, Richard L., Ed. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Reviewed are three computer software programs: the Astronomer (astronomy program for middle school students and older); Hands-on-Statistics: Explorations with a Microcomputer (statistics program for secondary school students and older); and CATGEN (a genetics program for secondary school students and older). Each review provides information on:…
Descriptors: Astronomy, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Genetics
Johnson, William E. – 1986
To help teachers cope with the proliferation of software and software sources, a number of resources are available to aid in the evaluation and selection of educational software. For instance, both the "Educator's Handbook and Software Directory" and "Swift's Directory of Educational Software, Apple II Edition" provide listings…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Directories, Elementary Secondary Education
Hawaii State Dept. of Education, Honolulu. Office of Instructional Services. – 1986
Intended to provide guidance in the selection of the best computer software available to support instruction and to make optimal use of schools' financial resources, this publication provides a listing of computer software programs that have been evaluated according to their currency, relevance, and value to Hawaii's educational programs. The…
Descriptors: Administration, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Software
Dattilo, Diana; And Others – Instructor, 1991
Elementary and secondary teachers present strategies for using technology to reduce time spent on routine classroom tasks. The article describes computer software that streamlines classroom management (e.g., for keeping grades and teaching notes). An annotated list of software programs and their manufacturers is provided. (SM)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
Klenow, Carol – Instructor, 1993
Examines the use of computers, strategies for using packaged software and the use of multimedia in the elementary school classroom. Information on telecommunication software and examples of its use are also provided. The article includes addresses and phone numbers for acquiring product information. (GLR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Computers
Kazlauskas, Edward John; Ingebretsen, Dorothy L. – Database, 1987
Describes the categories of available information management software, and provides guidelines for needs assessment, software selection, testing, and evaluation. The annotated bibliography cites general discussions and program reviews for the following types of software: file management, general database management, bibliographic management,…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Classification, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
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Mathematics and Computer Education, 1987
Presented are reviews of several microcomputer software programs. Included are reviews of: (1) Microstat (Zenith); (2) MathCAD (MathSoft); (3) Discrete Mathematics (True Basic); (4) CALCULUS (True Basic); (5) Linear-Kit (John Wiley); and (6) Geometry Sensei (Broderbund). (RH)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
Lazerick, Beth – Instructor, 1990
This article describes desktop publishing and discusses the features and classroom uses of one of the newest desktop publishing programs. Several desktop publishing projects for teachers and students are suggested. (IAH)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
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Wulfson, Stephen, Ed. – Science and Children, 1990
Reviewed are four computer software packages including "Project Classify: Mammals,""Living Science Textbook--The Frog,""Life Science Help Series," and "Talking Dinosaurs." Discussed are availability, features, strengths, and weaknesses. (CW)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
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