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Johnson, Judi Mathis – Learning & Leading with Technology, 1997
Based on the "Educational Software Preview Guide," this article discusses trends; lists selected software titles related to the Internet, arts, multilingualism and multiculturalism, multimedia and edutainment, and authentic experience, cross curricular and alternative assessment; and describes how to conduct a software evaluation…
Descriptors: Alternative Assessment, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Cultural Pluralism
Martin, Kathleen; Bearden, Donna – Learning & Leading with Technology, 1998
Describes a teacher networking project using My Make-Believe Castle, an adventure program developing problem solving skills, that involved 100 elementary teachers around the country and demonstrated the utility of listservs. Discusses teacher observations of problem solving, peer teaching, one-computer classrooms, and deeper learning. (PEN)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Innovation, Educational Technology
Gonsalves, Dotty; Lopez, Joan – Learning & Leading with Technology, 1998
Discusses teaching grade 1-8 students programming and complex problem-solving skills using MicroWorlds, a variation of LOGO. Discusses game programming and provides a MicroWorlds "Cat and Mouse" game-planning sheet. Argues that programming instruction fosters creativity, innovation, and patience. (PEN)
Descriptors: Active Learning, Computer Software Development, Computer Uses in Education, Creativity
Ohler, Jason – Learning & Leading with Technology, 1998
Describes MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) technology and music education; provides information on conducting a MIDI workshop for all ages; and offers guidelines for creating a MIDI workstation for the classroom. Hardware and software vendor contact information is provided. (PEN)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software, Cost Effectiveness
Wales, Carolyn; White, Charles, Ed. – Learning & Leading with Technology, 1995
Presents an eight-step plan for implementing technology integration. Describes a sixth-grade social studies class that used hypermedia software to complete a research project about the Renaissance. Discusses software selection, teaching computer skills, and the CD-ROM map project. Benefits include positive group interaction, self-expression, and…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Software Selection, Grade 6, Group Dynamics
