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Ward, Anne W., Ed. – 1994
Designed for education leaders who seek to apply multimedia technology in schools, this guide addresses not only hardware and software matters, but also a wide range of related issues that schools face. Various facets of the topic are addressed in 12 papers presented under 8 broad headings: (1) Multimedia Technology (Racquel Skolnik and R. G.…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programming), Case Studies, Computer Selection, Copyrights

Majsterek, David J. – Intervention in School and Clinic, 1990
The article addresses use of microcomputer-based word processing for students with writing disabilities. The research is briefly reviewed, and four guidelines for choosing word processing software are offered, as are principles for teaching keyboarding. (DB)
Descriptors: Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Effectiveness
Schwarz, Ilsa; Lewis, Molly – Computing Teacher, 1992
Discusses evaluation criteria for selecting courseware that teaches basic concepts appropriate for preschool and early elementary students. Reviews of the software manual, the courseware itself, and reviews by students are suggested. Other areas of concern that are addressed include instructional quality, production quality, flexibility, and cost.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Cost Effectiveness
Sivin-Kachala, Jay; Bialo, Ellen R.; Langford, Jonathan – 1997
This report summarizes 219 educational technology research reviews and reports from 1990-1997, from both published and unpublished sources. The report provides software developers and publishers with research that will enable them to improve educational technology. It can also help educators make effective decisions as they attempt to incorporate…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Software Development, Computer Software Selection, Curriculum Development

Malouf, David B.; And Others – Teaching Exceptional Children, 1991
This article discusses the integration of computers into effective instruction in special education. In search of software appropriate to the student's stage of learning, implementations are addressed in terms of warm-up, introductory activity, guided practice, independent practice, and assessment. Criteria for selection are explained and several…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection