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Vallance, Michael; Towndrow, Phillip A. – Journal of Curriculum Studies, 2007
PowerPoint, the widely-used slide-show software package, is finding increasing currency in lecture halls and classrooms as the preferred method of communicating and presenting information. But, as Adams [Adams, C. (2006) "PowerPoint, habits of mind, and classroom culture." "Journal of Curriculum Studies," 38(4), 389-411] attempts to show, users…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Computer Software Evaluation, Instructional Effectiveness
Kok, Ayse – Online Submission, 2008
With the rapid advances in technology, several online learning tools come onto the stage. Being an online learning delivery tool to support a full range of teaching and learning activities conducted by educational institutions Moodle facilitates online content creation and collaboration by entailing various social and communication tools that…
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Discussion Groups, Foreign Countries, Educational Experience

Furtaw, Clay; Dose, Claus D. – Tech Directions, 1993
"Power Tools--Design and Application" (Furtaw) looks at differences between professional and ordinary consumer tools. "Low Budget Laser Printing Solutions" (Dose) gives graphic arts instructors tips on purchasing equipment for high quality output. (SK)
Descriptors: Computer Printers, Computer Software Evaluation, Graphic Arts, Purchasing

Collis, Betty; Verwijs, Carla – Innovations in Education and Training International, 1995
Discussion of evaluation methodology for computer software focuses on the evaluation of electronic performance support systems. Highlights include problems with evaluation; a usage-oriented methodology, including a theoretical framework, a purpose aspect, and an activities aspect; decision making; and rapid prototypes. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Decision Making, Evaluation Methods, Evaluation Problems
Amory, Alan – Educational Technology Research and Development, 2007
Complex computer and video games may provide a vehicle, based on appropriate theoretical concepts, to transform the educational landscape. Building on the original game object model (GOM) a new more detailed model is developed to support concepts that educational computer games should: be relevant, explorative, emotive, engaging, and include…
Descriptors: Video Games, Educational Games, Game Theory, Design Requirements

White, Frank – Canadian Library Journal, 1990
Describes the possible roles of an automation librarian working with microcomputer-based applications. Topics discussed include developing original applications; troubleshooting; software evaluation; hardware and software monitoring, maintenance, and upgrading; data protection; staff training; system documentation; negotiation and communication;…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Librarians, Library Administration

Heller, Rachelle S. – Computers and Education, 1991
Discusses the evaluation of instructional computer software. Groups who evaluate software are described, including EPIE (Educational Products Information Exchange); the evaluation process is discussed, including formal and informal software reviews; criteria for software evaluation are considered; and the importance of participation in the review…
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education

Golas, Katharine C. – Journal of Interactive Instruction Development, 1994
Describes a methodology for estimating the time required to design, develop, and evaluate interactive courseware that was prepared for the Air Force. The original methodology is explained, based on degree of interactivity, use of media, instructional content, and presentation format; the evaluation study is described; and the revised methodology…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Computer Software Evaluation, Content Analysis
Christensen, Larry C.; Bodey, Michael R. – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1990
Addresses the issue of assuring quality software for use in computer-aided instruction and presents a structure by which developers can create quality courseware. Differences between courseware and computer-aided instruction software are discussed, methods for testing software are described, and human factors issues as well as instructional design…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Computer Software Evaluation, Courseware
Bonekamp, L. W. F. – 1992
ECOSET was established to meet the demand from policy makers and the teaching community in the European Community (EC) Member States for evidence of the effectiveness of information technology in various learning situations in general and of various kinds of software in particular. The main goals of ECOSET were to identify organizations in the…
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Courseware, Educational Technology, Evaluation Methods
Caldwell, Eveline M. – 1988
The complexity of the optimization algorithm for staff utilization in any medium to large organization can cause major problems in meeting schedules while still keeping all of the work force in full employment, working at a level appropriate to their experience, and also giving staff an opportunity to develop new skills and experiences that will…
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Evaluation, Expert Systems, Holistic Approach

Reiser, Robert A.; Kegelmann, Harald W. – Educational Technology Research and Development, 1994
Discusses methods that software evaluation organizations use to evaluate instructional software. Topics addressed include who does the evaluating, including the role of students as well as teachers, subject matter experts, media specialists, and school administrators; reliability of evaluations; and possible improvements in the evaluation process.…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Courseware

Etter, Zana C. – Special Libraries, 1995
Changes in medical school curricula and teaching approach have led to an increased use in computer courseware and other technology. The traditional audiovisual library serving medical school students must redefine the role of the information provider to include helping students navigate networks; choosing and evaluating instructional materials;…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Centers, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education

Steen, Franklin; Taylor, Robert – Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 1993
Describes the use of a working conference to train teachers and education students to use the computer in mathematics education. Group work is discussed that focuses on two main components of the conference--software evaluation and lesson creation; and adaptations for Eastern European schools with few computer resources are described. (Contains…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Conferences, Courseware

Light, Jeanene C.; Goddard, Catherine F. – Library Software Review, 1994
Discusses the selection and evaluation of locally mounted computer files for health sciences libraries, including informational programs such as bibliographic and factual databases; computer-assisted instruction programs; and expert systems. Topics addressed include print sources; database sources; selection criteria, including content and cost;…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Selection, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation
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