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Davey, Tim – Council of Chief State School Officers, 2011
Some brand names are used generically to describe an entire class of products that perform the same function. "Kleenex," "Xerox," "Thermos," and "Band-Aid" are good examples. The term "computerized adaptive testing" (CAT) is similar in that it is often applied uniformly across a diverse family of testing methods. Although the various members of…
Descriptors: Adaptive Testing, Computer Assisted Testing, Delivery Systems, Evaluation Methods
Phillips, Rob; McNaught, Carmel; Kennedy, Gregor – Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2011
How can the average educator who teaches online, without experience in evaluating emerging technologies, build on what is successful and modify what is not? Written for educators who feel ill-prepared when required to evaluate e-learning initiatives, "Evaluating e-Learning" offers step-by-step guidance for conducting an evaluation plan of…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Educational Research, Online Courses, Web Based Instruction
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, Alexandria, VA. – 1998
This annual guide provides information on recommended software programs and multimedia applications for K-12 use. An introductory section describes the evaluation process and lists the highest-rated programs for 1998-99. The program entries are organized by the following subject areas: the arts, early childhood, health, language arts, mathematics,…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection
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Computers and Composition, 1992
Offers guidelines for reviewing and evaluating English language arts software. Includes advice on using the guidelines. (RS)
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Elementary Secondary Education, English Instruction
Marshall, James; Hillman, Marguerite – 2000
Increases in the availability of technology, the range of content software, and curriculum via the Internet have placed countless options in the hands of teachers. Similarly, increasing accountability has placed added pressure on teachers to meet stated objectives and ensure student performance. How can teachers optimize available technologies and…
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education
Computing Teacher, 1985
This collection of reprints from The Computing Teacher contains 11 articles on the selection, evaluation, and organization of software published between August 1983 and March 1986, as well as more than 20 reviews of educational software packages published between December 1982 and June 1986. The articles are: (1) "The New Wave of Educational…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education
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Chang, Linda Li – 1986
This self-training package is designed to help microcomputer users select appropriate and efficient educational software packages by using a software evaluation system. It is mainly designed for school teachers and parents. The system consists of a Criteria Rating Form (CRF) and a personal evaluation. The CRF--a five-point scale from excellent to…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Osterag, Bruce A.; Graves, Anne – 1988
Microcomputer software can provide excellent drill and practice, simulations, and problem-solving. Yet, software developers often have designed elaborate graphics and unique characters in lieu of sound instructional programming. Many instructional programs for learning-disabled students do not provide appropriate reading levels, the opportunity to…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary Secondary Education
Alberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. – 1984
This guide provides a detailed evaluation form, together with complete instructions for using it, which is designed to elicit answers to the following questions: (1) What features and abilities does a specific word processing program have? (2) On which computer(s) will the program work? (3) Is additional hardware/software necessary before the…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation Methods, Questionnaires
Mullins, Carolyn – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1987
A systematic assessment procedure designed to increase success at buying supportable software is presented. Examples used are from programs for the IBM PC, but most comments apply to other software and to software for minicomputers and mainframes. (MLW)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation Methods, Guides
Bowers, Dennis – Educational Technology, 1989
Discusses the value of creating design documentation for computer software so that it may serve as a model for similar design efforts. Components of the software design document are described, including program flowcharts, graphic representation of screen displays, storyboards, and evaluation procedures. An example is given using HyperCard. (three…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Evaluation Methods, Flow Charts
Vecchioli, Lisa – 1998
This book establishes a framework that can be used to evaluate software for tracking and analyzing student records. First, it examines the characteristics the user should look for in a student-records management software package. Users should be aware of the dangers and costs of replacing a system or integrating new software into an existing…
Descriptors: Academic Records, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation
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Coyne, John P. – Journal of Creative Behavior, 1989
Ten ways to evaluate new software product ideas are presented, such as talking with computer user groups and advertising the product before development to determine consumer interest. Ten methods for generating new product ideas are also offered, including reading material on the fringe of one's work and soliciting opinions of potential clients.…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Discovery Processes
Comer, Priscilla Garrido; Geissler, Colin – 1998
Evaluators of software for education must make a series of decisions about which issues have a direct impact on their choice of software. Instructional context analysis is the first step, including identifying the learners, the instructor, the learning environment, and technical needs and limitations. The next step is instructional goal analysis;…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection
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Kettler, Karen – American Annals of the Deaf, 1985
Factors involved in deciding about commercial software for classroom use include the instructional, content, and technical characteristics of the software package. The importance of previewing software and the use of software with students as a part of the evaluation process are also to be discussed. (Author/CL)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods, Hearing Impairments
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