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Cramer, Jerome – American School Board Journal, 1984
Outlines how the National Education Association's Educational Computer Service program for evaluation of educational software is run, and responds to critics of the program. (MD)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation
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Kingman, James C. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1984
Describes eight characteristics of good educational software. They are: (1) educational soundness; (2) ease of use; (3) "bullet" proofing (preventing a program from coming to a premature halt); (4) clear instructions; (5) appropriate language; (6) appropriate frame size; (7) motivation; and (8) evaluation. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education, Material Development
Ashmore, Timothy M. – 1984
The relative worth of any evaluation instrument depends on user needs and the material being evaluated. Potential users of a good computer assisted instruction (CAI) instrument include purchasers, authors, reviewers, and publishers of CAI materials. Although each user has unique needs, a good instrument will serve both to educate and discriminate,…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation Methods
Helm, Virginia – 1984
The two interconnected problems of educational quality and piracy are described and analyzed in this book, which begins with an investigation of the accusations regarding the alleged dismal quality of educational software. The reality behind accusations of rampant piracy and the effect of piracy on the quality of educational software is examined…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Copyrights, Courseware, Guidelines
Tuscher, LeRoy J.; Harvey, Francis A. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1985
Many current software systems for authoring interactive microcomputer/video instructional materials have noticeable drawbacks. Advantages of interactive software systems are examined and a research project to develop interactive video authoring tools without the drawbacks is described. (JN)
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Oriented Programs, Courseware, Educational Technology
Grayson, Lawrence P. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1984
Reports on the various ways microcomputer hardware and courseware are being integrated into the nation's schools, in a race to avoid being locked into technological mediocrity. Effectiveness of computer assisted instruction, courseware development, and the time students use computers in elementary and secondary schools are among the areas…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Courseware, Educational Trends
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Moore, John W.; Moore, Elizabeth A. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1986
Discusses topics and issues related to (1) international impact of microcomputers; (2) minimum guidelines for software development; (3) achieving minimum standards; and (4) accomplishments in the areas of introductory chemistry, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, and physical chemistry. Challenges for the future are noted. (JN)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Computer Software, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education
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Damarin, Suzanne K.; Stull, Lorren L. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1985
Examines issues which emerged during the development of estimation materials produced by the Technology and Basic Skills-Mathematics (TABS) project. Special attention is given to the use of feedback in computer-based instruction on estimation. (JN)
Descriptors: Courseware, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Estimation (Mathematics)
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Kontos, George – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1985
Investigates alternative methods of developing computer assisted instruction (CAI) lessons and concludes that a team effort of experienced educators and highly skilled computer professionals is essential for production of "better" CAI lessons. A model illustrating such a team effort for CAI development is presented and analyzed.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Instructional Development, Material Development
Travis, Bruce – Hands On!, 1985
The Courseware Adaptation Project has produced courseware for learning disabled students. The types of courseware developed and current project activities are described. (JN)
Descriptors: Courseware, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Disabilities
Interuniversity Communications Council (EDUCOM), Princeton, NJ. – 1989
Designed to encourage community college faculty to examine the opportunities and responsibilities for educational software development and use, this booklet offers an overview of the steps involved in developing quality software. After reviewing some of the innovative uses of software in education, the booklet focuses on the readers' goals for…
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Computer Software, Courseware, Learning Modules
Bitter, Gary G.; Wighton, David – Computing Teacher, 1987
Describes a survey of members of the Educational Software Evaluation Consortium that resulted in a ranked list of 22 criteria used in preparing their annual software preview guide. Noting that content and pedagogical concerns received the highest rankings, the report offers five recommendations for future software development, evaluation, and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Consortia, Courseware
Bruce, A. Wayne – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1986
Describes reasons for developing combined text and computer assisted instruction (CAI) teaching programs for delivery of continuing education to laboratory professionals, and mechanisms used for developing a CAI program on method evaluation in the clinical laboratory. Results of an evaluation of the software's cost effectiveness and instructional…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cost Effectiveness, Courseware
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Wighton, David – Computers and Education, 1984
Discusses functions of the Alberta (Canada) Computer Technology Project's courseware clearinghouse, reviews findings on instructional software quality, identifies software development trends, and discusses need for support systems to facilitate the incorporation of computer assisted instruction in Canadian schools. (MBR)
Descriptors: Clearinghouses, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Evaluation
Steinberg, Esther R. – 1991
Color monitors are in wide use in computer systems. Thus, it is important to understand how to apply color effectively in computer assisted instruction (CAI) and computer based training (CBT). Color can enhance learning, but it does not automatically do so. Indiscriminate application of color can mislead a student and thereby even interfere with…
Descriptors: Color, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Design Requirements
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