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Journal of Reading, Writing, and Learning Disabilities International, 1984
This directory highlights 42 software programs that are either designed for or useful in the instruction of learning disabled students. Among the content areas covered are mathematics, language, spelling, auditory memory, and spatial relationships. Information on instructional level, price, and distributor is also provided for each entry. (JW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Disabilities
Lynd, Chuck – Exceptional Parent, 1983
The article discusses the flexibility of microcomputers in special education and presents answers to questions asked by parents and teachers on such aspects as needed training, quality of educational software, and guidelines for purchasing. A list of 25 sources of instructional courseware is included. (CL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Programs, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education

Journal of Reading, Writing, and Learning Disabilities International, 1985
A 42-item software directory describes courseware in a variety of skill areas, including alphabetizing, communicating, daily living skills, grammar, mathematics, reading, speech, and vocabulary. An audiovisual listing describes videotapes, motion pictures, and filmstrips that focus primarily on disability awareness and various aspects of learning…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education
Barron, Tom – Training and Development, 1996
This primer on authoring tools for training provides tips on selecting software, questions to assess whether to use it, and a directory of companies selling multimedia authoring products. (SK)
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programming), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Selection, Multimedia Instruction

Horn, Charles J.; Finn, David M. – Focus on Exceptional Children, 1983
Current resources in microcomputer use in special education are identified. Names and addresses of producers of hardware, peripherals, software, reviewers, and information exchange systems (both human resource networks and electronic networks) are listed. (CL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Programs, Disabilities, Educational Technology
Franklin, Carl – Online, 1989
Clarifies the definition of hypertext by contrasting traditional database management systems and associative information management systems software. Relative strengths and weaknesses of each approach are discussed, and useful applications of hypertext on personal computers are described. A glossary and a directory of product information are…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Database Management Systems, Definitions
Milheim, William D. – Performance Improvement Quarterly, 1993
Describes computer-based voice recognition technology, including disadvantages; identifies vocabulary, training requirements, and ability to understand continuous speech as the basic characteristics of voice-recognition systems; describes applications in education and industry; suggests guidelines for design and implementation; and discusses…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Manufacturing, Design Requirements, Futures (of Society)

McCrary, Ronald G. – Hispania, 1992
A list of computerized exercises, grade books, test generators and other software from eight publishers is presented. Information is given on generic software, other types of computer programs provided by the publisher, and text-specific computer exercises. Advantages or disadvantages are not discussed. (LB)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Instructional Materials, Second Language Instruction

Music Educators Journal, 1983
Presents a directory of 46 organizations, agencies, and individuals with expertise in the educational applications of computers. Names, addresses, and brief descriptions are provided. (KC)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Programs, Elementary Secondary Education
Educational Media and Technology Yearbook, 1997
Includes annotated entries for several hundred associations and organizations headquartered in North America whose interests are in some manner significant to the fields of instructional technology/educational media, library and information science, communication, computer technology, and others. They are organized into two geographic areas, the…
Descriptors: Communications, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Media, Educational Technology
Educational Media and Technology Yearbook, 1996
Includes annotated entries for several hundred associations and organizations headquartered in North America whose interests are in some manner significant to the fields of instructional technology/educational media, library and information science, communication, computer technology, and others. They are organized into two geographic areas, the…
Descriptors: Communications, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Media, Educational Technology

Sicoli, Thomas R. – Journal of Reading, Writing, and Learning Disabilities International, 1986
Software packages geared to learning disabled college students in such subjects as reading, writing, spelling, and mathematics are briefly described, and a partial list of specialty publishers is included. (Author/CB)
Descriptors: College Students, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Higher Education
Price, Robert V. – Educational Computer Magazine, 1982
Sources of information on free and low-cost software for computer assisted instruction include books, journals, clubs, agencies, and software exchanges. Evaluating educational software is discussed and a sample of a checklist is included. (JJD)
Descriptors: Check Lists, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Programs, Elementary Secondary Education

Schrier, Leslie L.; Fast, Michael G. – Hispania, 1992
A research project is described that attempted to define current material needs in foreign language in elementary schools programs and to determine whether current software already developed for computer-assisted language learning could augment classroom instruction. A list of software available for elementary schools is appended. (12 references)…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Elementary Education, Instructional Materials
Heyboer, Kelly; Mayo, Chace – Teacher Magazine, 1993
Describes 12 computer software programs available for elementary and secondary math and science classes. Programs are selected from an annual guide to the highest rated educational software available. The guide includes title, grade level, category, description, hardware requirements, manufacturer, price, and pros and cons. (SM)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Elementary Secondary Education