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Salmon, Stephen H. – School Business Affairs, 1991
Computerized pupil transportation systems offer promising benefits to school districts. Outlines ways school administrators can select the right product by following some traditional business approaches. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software Evaluation, Cost Effectiveness, Efficiency
Pellegrino, Tom – School Business Affairs, 1990
Describes a comprehensive food service computer needs assessment conducted in Minnesota. Includes three phases: (1) defining the needs of the food service; (2) evaluating vendors and their systems; and (3) system selection and contract negotiations. Cites availability of two documents published in the process.(MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary Secondary Education

Hall, Valerie G.; Martin, Linda E. – Reading Research and Instruction, 1999
Discusses the challenge of teachers having limited instruction with choosing appropriate software packages for classroom instruction. Discusses generating a review form that can guide teachers in the selection of educational software. Presents a list of criteria for evaluating software. (SC)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software

Majsterek, David J.; And Others – Journal of Special Education Technology, 1990
This article discusses studies supporting the use of computer-managed Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and potential deterrents using such software, and summarizes software evaluation criteria. A checklist/rating scale is presented and applied to two software programs: the "Talley Goals and Objectives Writer" and "IEPs…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection

Jacobson, Michael J.; Spiro, Rand J. – Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 1994
A framework for examining the effectiveness of different types of educational computing environments addresses the conceptual characteristics of the knowledge domain being learned and the learner's stage of knowledge. Characteristics of certain technology-based learning environments (computer-based drill, intelligent tutoring systems, hypertext)…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software Evaluation
Washington, Wenifort – 1990
The vast underutilization of technology in educational environments suggests the need for more research to develop models to successfully adopt and diffuse computer systems in schools. Of 980 surveys mailed to various Ohio public schools, 529 were completed and returned to help determine current attitudes and perceptions of teachers and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Uses in Education

Mobley, Edward D. – Music Educators Journal, 1996
Illustrates the possibilities for teaching and learning music materials using interactive multimedia. Uses HyperCard as a model to discuss how interactive media works and suggests some possible applications. Briefly describes some authoring programs. (MJP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation

Sampson, James P., Jr.; Reardon, Robert C. – 1994
This unannotated bibliography is intended to assist practitioners, researchers, policy makers, and system developers in identifying and locating sources of information on the design and use of computer-assisted career guidance (CACG) systems. The aim of this effort is to improve the availability and quality of career and educational services to…
Descriptors: Career Counseling, Career Guidance, Career Information Systems, Career Planning

Snowman, Jack – Mid-Western Educational Researcher, 1995
Recent meta-analysis of studies of computer-based education (CBE) assessed effects on student cognitive skills, academic achievement, and attitudes. CBE methods include drill-and-practice, simulation, and tutorials. Program guides and evaluation criteria are listed. Effectiveness of CBE varied with age, ability, and program type, and basic…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software Evaluation