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Michael Gusenbauer – Research Synthesis Methods, 2024
When searching for scholarly documents, researchers often stick with the same familiar handful of databases. Yet, just beyond these limited horizons lie dozens of alternatives with which they could search more effectively, whether for quick lookups or thorough searches in systematic reviews or meta-analyses. Searchsmart.org is a free website that…
Descriptors: Researchers, Research Methodology, Research Skills, Research Tools
Dewdney, A. K. – Scientific American, 1989
Reviews the performance of computer programs for writing poetry and prose, including MARK V. SHANEY, MELL, POETRY GENERATOR, THUNDER THOUGHT, and ORPHEUS. Discusses the writing principles of the programs. Provides additional information on computer magnification techniques. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computers

Liaupsin, Carl J. – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2003
Discussion of the development of professional development software for special education teachers reviews the literature to (1) consolidate the database of literature regarding professional development software; (2) examine the degree to which the described software has been comprehensively evaluated; and (3) provide suggestions for future…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Disabilities

Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Reviews three computer software packages for chemistry education including "Osmosis and Diffusion" and "E.M.E. Titration Lab" for Apple II and "Simplex-V: An Interactive Computer Program for Experimental Optimization" for IBM PC. Summary ratings include ease of use, content, pedagogic value, student reaction, and…
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews

Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Contains ratings of two software packages for Apple II computers: "Acid-Base Titrations, CHM311A" and "Chemical Principles for the Introductory Laboratory, CHM 384A." Both are aimed at high school and college chemistry and are rated on ease of use, subject matter content, pedagogic value, and student reaction. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
Scrimshaw, Peter – 1988
In evaluating IMAGE, an open-ended computer assisted learning program designed to enable English children to produce, modify, and print artwork created on the computer, teachers' perceptions of the program were focused on what the software package can do and what can be learned from using the program. Eighty teachers utilized the package in their…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Art Education, Art Products, Computer Assisted Design

Journal of Chemical Education, 1990
Reviewed are two computer software packages the "Scientific Routines Diskette: Laboratory Automation Using the IBM PC" and "SEQS 3.0 Student Version Simultaneous Equation Solver" for IBM and compatible personal computers. Discussed are hardware, components, level, cost, functions, strengths, and weaknesses. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Software

Leach, James A. – Engineering Design Graphics Journal, 1987
Discusses the similarities, differences, advanced features, applications and number of users of five microcomputer computer-aided design (CAD) packages. Included are: "AutoCAD (V.2.17)"; "CADKEY (V.2.0)"; "CADVANCE (V.1.0)"; "Super MicroCAD"; and "VersaCAD Advanced (V.4.00)." Describes the…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
Jolicoeur, Karen; Berger, Dale E. – Educational Technology, 1986
Examination of methods used by two software review services in evaluating microcomputer courseware--EPIE (Educational Products Information Exchange) and MicroSIFT (Microcomputer Software and Information for Teachers)--found low correlations between their recommendations for 82 programs. This lack of agreement casts doubts on the usefulness of…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Construct Validity, Evaluation Methods

Birk, James P., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Describes two computer programs for chemistry: (1) "A Microcomputer Simulation of Fractal Electrodeposition" (provides for the study of fractal aggregrates, BASIC 4.0); and (2) "Counters on Grids" (a game to illustrate the distribution of energy). Notes the programs are available from the authors. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemical Equilibrium, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Games
Bender, Evelyn – 1987
A study of microcomputer courseware reviews was carried out in order to discover which criteria they discuss, whether reviewers agree in their assessments, how evaluative the reviews are, and whether the reviewing policy of the journal influences the review. The content analysis instrument was a composite of criteria developed by organizations…
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, Content Analysis, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education
Ilgen-Lieth, Marya; Hazen, Margret – Performance and Instruction, 1987
Focuses on the first of three stages of the path evaluation procedure for instructional software, performing the preliminary evaluation. The three main steps involved in preliminary evaluation are (1) a program is chosen for evaluation; (2) information is exchanged with the faculty developer; and (3) the instructional designer reviews the software…
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, Courseware, Diagrams, Evaluation Criteria

Ross, S. M. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1991
The teaching and learning potential of interactive video (IV) are explored. Some of the programs currently in use are described. The use of IV for simulations, practical work, problem solving, and presentational skills are discussed. (KR)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Reviews, Higher Education
Raghavan, Kalyani; Katz, Arnold – Technological Horizons in Education, 1989
Described is an instructional aid that employs artificial intelligence methods to assist students in beginning economics courses to improve their problem-solving skills. Discussed are the rationale, structure, and evaluation of this program. (CW)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education

Bitter, Gary G., Ed. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Reviewed are two computer software packages: "Algebra Concepts: Volume One," and "Data Insights." Each package is described and the strengths and weaknesses are highlighted. Costs and system requirements are listed. (CW)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
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