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Dyrenfurth, Michael J.; Miller, F. Milton – 1984
This paper outlines a presentation on the applications of microcomputers to day-to-day aspects of faculty responsibilities. A table displays a classification scheme that matches the faculty work categories of research, service, managing, advising, and instructing against available computer software packages for word processing, filing/retrieving,…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Costs, Evaluation Criteria
Shalvoy, Mary Lee – Electronic Learning, 1985
Describes range of options and features in gradebook programs and reviews most popular and readily available software for organizing, calculating, and updating grades: Master Grades, EA Gradebook, Gradeaid, Grader, Graphic Gradebook, Classic Plus Gradekeeping System, Records, Gradecalc, Grade Master, Report Card, Electronic Gradebook for…
Descriptors: Attendance Records, Computation, Computer Graphics, Computer Software
Pattison, Linda – Electronic Learning, 1985
Describes differences between authoring systems and authoring languages for teachers interested in creating their own educational software, discusses selection criteria and features to consider before choosing a package, recommends specific authoring systems and Pilot language programs, and provides a chart of currently available packages. (MBR)
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Comparative Analysis, Computer Graphics, Computer Software
Mason, Margie; Mason, Bruce – Electronic Learning, 1984
Describes the graphics tablet, a microcomputer peripheral device used to develop graphics, together with its uses and specific classroom applications. Six currently available graphics tablets are discussed, and ten points to consider before purchasing one are provided. (MBR)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Costs
Grabinger, R. Scott – Performance and Instruction, 1985
Discusses evaluation criteria for selecting authoring tools, including system complexity and language, cost, copy protection, ease of learning and use, graphics, sound, and peripheral interfacing capabilities, support documentation, overall performance, tutorials, instructional design and management features, and product support. A…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Check Lists, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics
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
