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Long, Steven H. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1991
The article addresses advances in speech and language assessment through the use of technology. Discussed are the large amounts of accurate diagnostic information that software can generate and the use of microcomputers in data interpretation. Categories of assessment software (phonological analysis and language sample analysis) are considered and…
Descriptors: Clinical Diagnosis, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Software, Computer Software Selection
Jackson, David F.; And Others – 1990
Recent research has demonstrated the promise of graphing software as an aid to teaching graphs in two content areas: line graphs of aspects of motion and graphs of algebraic functions. This study attempted to generalize the idea of computer-assisted graphing to include the use of several kinds of graphs to solve a wider range of problems. A unit…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Software Development
Sneider, Cary; And Others – Classroom Computer Learning, 1986
Discusses various software packages which help science and mathematics students make sense out of data (formulating hypotheses, interpreting graphs, analyzing possibilities, and collecting data with real-time graphing). Includes a list of commercially available programs for the areas, with program name, publisher, grade level(s), price, and…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Elementary Secondary Education
Gabaldon, Diana J. – Science Software Quarterly, 1984
Discusses the general characteristics of database management systems and file systems. Also gives a basic framework for evaluating such software and suggests characteristics that should be considered when buying software for specific scientific applications. A list of vendor addresses for popular database management systems is included. (JN)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Software, Data Analysis, Data Processing

Thompson, Robert Q. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1985
Presented is a three-hour instrumental analysis experiment which allows study of software data-handling methods. These methods include sampling, boxcar averaging, smoothing, ensemble averaging, and digital filtering. Use of the program should provide students with a better idea of advantages and disadvantages of using such software data-handling…
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Software, Data Analysis

Calle, Carlos I.; Wright, Lavonia F. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1985
Describes a menu-driven, data plotting program which runs on any Apple II plus, IIE, or IIC microcomputer. The program does a least-squares analysis of the data and gives the user the option of fitting the line through the data points. The complete Applesoft program listing is included. (JN)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Software, Data Analysis, Higher Education

Borman, Stuart A. – Analytical Chemistry, 1985
Discusses various aspects of scientific software, including evaluation and selection of commercial software products; program exchanges, catalogs, and other information sources; major data analysis packages; statistics and chemometrics software; and artificial intelligence. (JN)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Software
Wall, Charles R. – InCider, 1987
Discusses some of the myths surrounding grading on the curve. Provides a simple explanation of such statistical terms as histograms, relative frequency, normal distribution, mean, and standard deviation. Describes how to restructure the curve, including the program listing for a computer program that will assist the teacher. (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Data Analysis
Farnsworth, Chenoa – 2002
This report summarizes the problems schools are encountering as they try to use data to gauge the effectiveness of standards-based education, accountability efforts, and school reform. It provides an overview of the education market, discusses the strengths and weaknesses of available software, and describes systems used by 19 states. The article…
Descriptors: Computer Software Selection, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Educational Assessment
Hartwig, Mark – Science Probe, 1992
Presents a nontechnical introduction to the field of statistics. Includes discussions on descriptive statistics, random variables, mean, standard deviation, standardized scores, and inferential statistics. Describes six statistical software packages available for IBM personal computers and compatibles. (KR)
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Estimation (Mathematics)
Peterson, Kenneth D. – 1987
The expert system computer simulation detailed in this report is designed to investigate patterns of valuing in decision-making about dossiers of performance data used in teacher promotion evaluations. The knowledge base for the simulation consists of 111 questions organized into 117 rules. The questions and linked advice were derived from…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Computer System Design, Data Analysis
Pitney, John J., Jr. – Teaching Political Science, 1988
Suggests ways undergraduate students can perform political data analyses using electronic spreadsheets. Examples include data from presidential elections, voting information, and welfare budgeting. Illustrates how data can be used as a partisan weapon and in making predictions. Emphasis is upon electronic spreadsheets rather than the more advanced…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware, Data Analysis
Gray, Peter J. – 1983
Ways a microcomputer can be used to establish and maintain an evaluation database and types of data management features possible on a microcomputer are described in this report, which contains step-by-step procedures and numerous examples for establishing a database, manipulating data, and designing and printing reports. Following a brief…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Data Analysis, Data Processing
Lindelow, John – 1984
Microcomputers are now affordable tools for managing schools and school districts--and fast becoming essential. This digest, designed to help school administrators begin computerizing their offices, depicts tomorrow's computerized office, introduces computer applications in management, and outlines procedures for computerizing an office. A…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Data Analysis, Equipment Utilization
Chand, Rajni K. – International Review of Research in Open and Distance Learning, 2007
Listening skills research has tended to focus on strategy use in classrooms and on theory and practice of second language (L2) teachers. This study examined the teachers' and learners' perceptions of listening skills in non-classroom learning situations. Five (n = 5) study skills teachers and 19 former learners in a distance study skills course at…
Descriptors: Qualitative Research, Distance Education, Foreign Countries, Study Skills
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