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Englade, Ken – Executive Educator, 1987
The trend in school computers is toward "networking"--software controlled by a teacher from a central computer linked to student terminals. Despite rising costs, publishers are trying to meet the market's needs for word processing and database software. Guides published by software evaluation groups are listed for contact. (CJH)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Ross, James – Executive Educator, 1988
Explains the use of computerized bookkeeping systems called spreadsheets to perform mathematical and accounting functions such as totaling expenditures, averaging test grades, and transferring funds. Advises about adapting spreadsheet programs and discusses several essential features, including linkage, macro functions, and sharing capabilities.…
Descriptors: Accounting, Bookkeeping, Computer Software, Efficiency
Yelensky, Paul – Executive Educator, 1985
A principal offers school administrators advice on computerizing their offices. Necessary characteristics of computer hardware and software are described. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Elementary Education, Merchandise Information, Microcomputers
Vander Linden, Doug; Clark, Larry – Executive Educator, 1994
Stand-alone, single-user software programs for classroom use can be prohibitively expensive, compared to information-sharing network systems. Based on a Kansas district's experience, this article explains three types of networks (device-sharing, operating-system-based, and client-server-based) and discusses network protocols, software choices,…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Guidelines
Englade, Ken – Executive Educator, 1987
Discusses and provides addresses of major computer software catalogs for classroom computers. IBM's "Software for Education" is detailed and informative. Other catalogs are from K-12 MicroMedia and Minnesota Educational Computing Consortium (MECC). Suggestions on purchase of hardware are briefly reviewed. (CJH)
Descriptors: Catalogs, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Computers
Whitman, Mark – Executive Educator, 1989
When purchasing a computer system that will handle both administrative and instructional needs, school executives need to know the ability of the hardware and software to do the job, and the level of vendor support available after the computer has been installed. Lists 14 questions to assess the vendor's commitment and continuing support. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Cost Effectiveness, Elementary Secondary Education
Bray, Su Ellen W.; And Others – Executive Educator, 1991
Before buying an integrated learning system, DeKalb (Georgia) County Schools developed a one-year pilot program to evaluate available products and select the best system. Performance assessment was based on three factors: student achievement, teachers' classroom management experiences, and district personnel's experiences in implementing and…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Elementary Education
