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Bienkowski, Marie; Gerard, Sarah Nixon; Rubin, Shawn; Sanford, Cathy; Borrelli-Murray, Dana; Driscoll, Tom; Arora, Jessie; Hruska, Mike; Beck, Katie; Murray, Thomas; Hoekstra, Jason; Gannes, Stuart; Metz, Edward; Midgley, Steve; Castilla, Stephanie; Tomassini, Jason; Madda, Mary Jo; Chase, Zac; Martin, Erik; Noel, Marcus; Styles, Kathleen – Office of Educational Technology, US Department of Education, 2015
Opportunities abound for software designers and developers to create impactful tools for teachers, school leaders, students, and their families. This guide for developers, startups, and entrepreneurs addresses key questions about the education ecosystem and highlights critical needs and opportunities to develop digital tools and apps for learning.…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Design, Technology Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Pollard, Jim; And Others – Learning, 1988
The 50 top computer programs and the 25 top publishers of educational software are listed and reviewed. Manufacturers' addresses and list prices are given. Eight teachers describe their experiences with computers in the classroom. Seven new programs and products are reviewed. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Resources, Educational Technology
PACER Center, 2005
One of the greatest challenges facing educators is how to reach each student despite varied abilities and learning styles within the classroom. Using multimedia to educate students with disabilities can be key to overcoming this challenge. Multimedia allows teachers to create original and customized projects for students with disabilities, and to…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Computer Software, Special Education, Multimedia Instruction
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Willard, Joanne B. – TechTrends, 1992
Describes a high school music technology course that uses a project-oriented approach to teach students about hardware and software tools for sequencing, arranging, multitrack recording, and mixing. Course equipment is listed, and the MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is briefly described. Copyright guidelines for educational uses of…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Educational Technology, Electronic Equipment, Fair Use (Copyrights)
Best, Anita, Ed.; Mathis, Judi, Ed. – 1993
This guide lists favorably reviewed, commercially available, microcomputer software for instructional use in preschool through grade 12. The guide is organized by the following curriculum areas: art; business education; computers; health; instructional tools, including authoring systems, computer assisted drafting (CAD), classroom management,…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programming), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Courseware
Stanislaus County Office of Education, Modesto, CA. California Instructional Video Clearinghouse. – 1994
Significant improvements in instructional design and in the development of classroom support materials, as well as the blurring of lines separating computer software, computer-interactive videodisc, CD-ROM, and other new technologies, are cited as the rationale for combining three topics covered by separate guidelines published in…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Computer Software, Course Content, Courseware
Taylor, C. David – 1992
This paper discusses the factors involved in making decisions about a multimedia display system. Theoretical factors, including gaining and holding learner attention, specific attention-getting devices, encoding and retrieval of information by learners, and presentation of information are considered. Ways that video is associated with computer…
Descriptors: Attention, Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development
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Lengel, James G. – Social Studies, 1987
Describes some ways computers can help students develop thinking skills in the social studies. Emphasizes the use of data bases, simulations, and tutorials to teach thinking skills. Questions whether computers can do a better job of teaching students to think and reason than alternative methods. (RKM)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computers
Lockitt, Bill – 2000
This booklet provides a succinct guide to effective management procedures, including whether and how to take on projects, estimation of costs prior to project bids, project management tools, case studies, and practical exercises for staff development activities. Chapter 1 investigates why institutions take on projects, issues involved, benefits…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Communications, Computer Software, Cost Estimates
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Shamp, Scott A. – T.H.E. Journal (Technological Horizons in Education Journal), 1993
Discusses videodisc and videotape basic needs, software development issues, user workstation issues, appropriate applications for the different audio/visual storage media, counter vs. time-code VCRs, and implications for student development. (MDH)
Descriptors: Computer Software Development, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware, Educational Technology
Creighton, Theodore B. – Corwin Press, 2006
Since the first edition of "Schools and Data", the No Child Left Behind Act has swept the country, and data-based decision making is no longer an option for educators. Today's educational climate makes it imperative for all schools to collect data and use statistical analysis to help create clear goals and recognize strategies for…
Descriptors: Federal Legislation, Program Evaluation, Educational Technology, Decision Making
Recesso, Arthur; Carll, Jacquelyn – Educational Media and Technology Yearbook, 1999
Provides an overview of the technology-integration process for K-12 schools. Discusses the practical implications for implementing technology, and the importance of focusing the planning process and providing staff development. Presents software and hardware issues, and reviews studies related to the implementation and use of technology. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Selection, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
Carroll, James; And Others – 1994
This document contains the instructional technology strategic plan for the Arlington Public Schools (APS) as developed by the Instructional Media & Technology (IMT) Department, which was established in 1992. The mission of this department is to support teachers, students, and related instructional staff in the effective use of instructional,…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Cost Estimates, Distance Education
Salpeter, Judy, Ed. – Consortium for School Networking, 2006
The 2006 Compendium looks at six issues of vital importance to education technology leaders today: (1) Measuring the Value of One-to-One Computing (Leslie A. Wilson and Eric L. Peterson with contributions from Tammy Fry, Rich Kaestner and Andrew Zucker); (2) Open Technologies in K-12 Schools (a collaborative effort coordinated by Jim Hirsch with…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Information Management, Educational Technology, Policy Analysis