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Independent School, 1982
Offers guidelines for successfully selecting computer software, integrating it into the school operation, and training personnel. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computers, Elementary Secondary Education, Equipment Evaluation
Delf, Robert M. – American School and University, 1981
The first article in a three-part series to help purchasers obtain the best computer software for their budgets tells how to define requirements before soliciting bids for software. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Bids, Computer Programs, Design Requirements, Elementary Secondary Education
Delf, Robert M. – American School and University, 1981
The second article in a series of three to help purchasers obtain the best computer programs for their budgets, deals with bid solicitation and software evaluation. The first article appeared in the July 1981 issue. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Bids, Computer Programs, Design Requirements, Elementary Secondary Education
Delf, Robert M. – American School and University, 1981
The last section of a three-part series deals with computer hardware requirements, program installation, and evaluation techniques. The first two parts appeared in the July and September 1981 issues. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Design Requirements, Elementary Secondary Education, Equipment Evaluation
Instructor, 1980
This guide provides a chart describing and rating the features of eight 16K microcomputers: Apple II, Atari 800, Commodore PET, Compucolor Mod III, Exidy Sorcerer, Ohio Scientific C4PMF, Tandy TRS-80 Level II, and Texas Instruments 99/4. A glossary of microcomputer terminology and a resource directory are appended. (SJL)
Descriptors: Administrator Guides, Charts, Comparative Analysis, Computer Programs
Bahniuk, Margaret Hilton – American School and University, 1983
Converting to word processors, microcomputers, or other automated systems requires that office needs be analyzed, equipment and software packages examined, and personnel eased through the transition. Guidelines are provided. (MLF)
Descriptors: Automation, Computer Programs, Equipment Evaluation, Information Networks
Peer reviewedWolverton, L. Craig – Business Education Forum, 1982
The author discusses how to select microcomputer software for an accounting program and what types of instructional modes to use. The following modes are examined: problem solving, decision making, automated accounting functions, learning new accounting concepts, reinforcing concepts already learned, developing independent learning skills, and…
Descriptors: Accounting, Computer Programs, Concept Formation, Decision Making
Arabia, Anthony J. – American School and University, 1983
School districts of all sizes can begin to use computers in their schools by outlining objectives, securing community support, planning for one microcomputer for every 20 students, and evaluating computers and software. (MLF)
Descriptors: Administrator Guides, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs
Download full textLindelow, John – 1983
In four chapters, this research report on computers in education examines computer hardware (the machinery) and software (or courseware, programmed instructions that tell the hardware what to do), classroom uses of computers, ways of bringing computers into the schools, and four districts that have successfully introduced computers into their…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Managed Instruction
Peer reviewedHolznagel, Donald C. – AEDS Journal, 1983
Existing evaluation data sources for educational software need to be supplemented by local judgments since evaluation processes differ depending on the ultimate user and purpose for which the information is gathered. School districts should select evaluation models and modify them for local need based on utility, feasibility, propriety and…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Data Collection, Decision Making, Elementary Secondary Education
National Association of Elementary School Principals, Arlington, VA. – 1982
This part of the School Management Handbook provides elementary school administrators with an overview of recent developments in educational technology. Particular attention is paid to information needed when selecting computers for educational purposes. The first section considers the role of educational technology in general and touches on the…
Descriptors: Administrator Guides, Calculators, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs
Bird, Pristen; And Others – Electronic Learning, 1984
Discusses factors that should be considered before purchasing a computer, given the objectives of computer literacy; considering programing in Pascal or Logo, computer-assisted instruction, teaching practical applications, art and music, special education, telecommunications, administration, and library management. A chart showing prices and…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Literacy
