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Alesandrini, Kathryn Lutz – Electronic Education, 1982
A set of teacher guidelines for use in developing effective computer-assisted instruction lessons enhanced with computer graphics. (JJD)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Materials
Glenn, Patricia D. – Creative Computing, 1982
Reviews an authoring system for courseware development (Applesoft Basic) consisting of a programed template allowing preparation of instructional units composed of text, questions, and graphics. A higher-priced version includes a game. Geology, oceanography, space science, meteorology, human/plant anatomy, and cells/genetics diagrams are available…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Elementary Secondary Education

Powers, David A. – Computers in the Schools, 1986
This discussion of the use of microcomputers by mentally handicapped learners focuses on software availability and selection. Criteria for evaluating software are given, including considerations of visual display, reading level, program design, drill and practice opportunities, positive reinforcement, format variety, graphics, instructional…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Courseware, Drills (Practice)

Fitzsimons, Dennis – Journal of Geography, 1989
Defines basic typographic terminology and offers two classroom projects using microcomputers to create and use type. Discusses typeface, type families, type style, type size, and type font. Examples of student projects that include the creation of bulletin board displays and page-size maps. (KO)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education
Educational Software Evaluation Consortium, Menlo Park, CA. – 1987
Developed to help educators locate computer software programs they may want to preview for students in K-12, this guide lists commercially available programs that have been favorably reviewed by members of the Educational Software Evaluation Consortium. Programs are listed alphabetically by title within curriculum areas: art; business education…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Graphics, Computer Software Reviews, Courseware
Digranes, Jo Lynn Autry; Digranes, Swen H. – Computing Teacher, 1989
Discusses multicultural education in schools and presents examples of computer application adaptations for teachers working with American Indian students in both elementary and secondary schools. Computer applications described include word processing, the use of databases, spreadsheets, and programs for use with graphics, crossword puzzles,…
Descriptors: American Indian Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software
Caughlin, Janet – 1999
This guide for teachers to the Microsoft PowerPoint multimedia presentation program begins with a section that introduces what PowerPoint is and why teachers should use it, Windows 95/98 basics, Macintosh basics, getting started, PowerPoint toolbars, and presentation tips. The next section discusses learning PowerPoint, including creating a…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education
Pauline, Ronald F. – 1999
Computer Assisted Instruction (CAI) is, quite simply, an instance in which instructional content activities are delivered via a computer. Many commercially-available software programs, although excellent programs, may not be acceptable for each individual teacher's classroom. One way to insure that software is not only acceptable but also targets…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programming), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software Development
Educational Software Evaluation Consortium, Menlo Park, CA. – 1988
Developed to help educators locate microcomputer software programs they may want to preview for students in grades K-12, this guide lists commercially available instructional software programs that have been favorably reviewed by members of the Educational Software Evaluation Consortium. Programs are arranged alphabetically by title within…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Graphics, Computer Software Reviews, Courseware
Downs, Elizabeth; Clark, Kenneth – Technology Connection, 1997
Presents guidelines for media specialists to help faculty and students in designing and producing multimedia presentation programs. Notes the importance of simplicity coupled with creativity. Discusses design principles for color, text, graphics, and special effects. (AEF)
Descriptors: Color, Computer Graphics, Computer Software Development, Creativity