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Woestman, Kelly A. – History Microcomputer Review, 1987
Compares test-generating programs which accompany six different college-level history textbooks. Points out the basic features and usefulness of each. The test-generating programs reviewed are the Norton Testing System, Brownstone Research Group, two versions of Microtest, Floppy Disk Test Item Files, and Computest Microcomputer Testing System.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Software Reviews, Higher Education

Sturtevant, Victoria; Johnson, Bryce – Teaching Sociology, 1988
Explains how microcomputer-based test generation systems work and how to select and use such a system. Discusses several available programs, recommending the Harpertest and Micro-Pac systems for ease of use and versatility. Describes the benefits and limitations of microcomputer test generation systems. (GEA)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Higher Education

Moore, John W., Ed. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1986
Provides seven descriptions of the use of computer courseware in chemistry instruction. Includes the application of programs to the periodic table, information retrieval situations, the production of chemistry examinations, laboratory report writing, calculating Madelung constants, diagrams for acid-base systems, and the display of custom designed…
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics

Wulfson, Stephen, Ed. – Science and Children, 1987
Provides reviews of six computer software programs designed for use in elementary science education programs. Provides the title, publisher, grade level, and descriptions of courseware on ant farms, drugs, genetics, beachcombing, matter, and test generation. (TW)
Descriptors: Animals, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Software Reviews

Dawson, George – Science Teacher, 1987
Discusses the ISCS/FIRN Test Item Database, which contains 10,000 juried science questions that can help teachers prepare tests. Describes the process by which teachers can access the database and download certain questions into their own microcomputer. Provides lists from a sample search done using the various menus available. (TW)
Descriptors: Adaptive Testing, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education