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| Classroom Computer Learning | 8 |
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| Journal Articles | 8 |
| Book/Product Reviews | 6 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 6 |
| Computer Programs | 2 |
| Reports - Evaluative | 1 |
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| Practitioners | 6 |
| Teachers | 2 |
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Classroom Computer Learning, 1990
Reviewed are three computer software packages including "Martin Luther King, Jr.: Instant Replay of History,""Weeds to Trees," and "The New Print Shop, School Edition." Discussed are hardware requirements, costs, grade levels, availability, emphasis, strengths, and weaknesses. (CW)
Descriptors: Black History, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
Eiser, Leslie – Classroom Computer Learning, 1988
Discusses some of the attributes of effective tutorial software programs. Describes four science programs that focus on the physical and earth sciences, and highlights some of their features that are proposed as features of high-quality educational software. (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Holzberg, Carol S.; And Others – Classroom Computer Learning, 1989
Reviews five Apple II computer programs: (1) The Research Companion: Supreme Court Decisions, grades 9-12; (2) Rebus Writer--vocabulary, problem solving, wordplay, grades 3-12; (3) Playing with Science: Temperature--MBL for grades K-7; (4) Exploring Science: Temperature--MBL for grades 6-12; and (5) ShowOff--graphics, desktop presentations for…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software
Olivas, Jerry – Classroom Computer Learning, 1989
Discusses image scanning and optical character recognition. Describes how computer scanners work. Summarizes scan quality, scanning speed requirements, and hardware requirements for scanners. Surveys the range of scanners currently available. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Peripherals, Computer Uses in Education, Display Systems
Kruse, Ted, Comp. – Classroom Computer Learning, 1987
Provides a list of evaluation services currently producing critical reviews of educational software. Includes information about The Apple K-12 Curriculum Software Reference, The Educational Software Preview, The Educational Software Selector, MicroSIFT, and Only The Best: The Discriminating Guide for Preschool-Grade 12. (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Reviews
Classroom Computer Learning, 1987
Reviews several computer software programs appropriate for educational use. Includes reviews of a graphic environmental operating system, a writers workshop, an exploration of an artificial intelligence program, and a microcomputer based laboratory (MBL) package. Provides information on hardware, grade level, purchasing, and strengths and…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software Reviews
Holzberg, Carol – Classroom Computer Learning, 1988
Examines 11 microcomputer simulations dealing with politics, the presidency, and campaign issues. Topics covered include simulating the campaign; facts, history, and math of the presidency; a database approach; and voting. Lists positive attributes about each program. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software
Classroom Computer Learning, 1988
Provides descriptions of 44 award-winning computer software packages that are designed to be used in areas such as science, mathematics, computer literacy, creative arts, language arts, social studies, computer tools, and graphics. (TW)
Descriptors: Awards, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Literacy
