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Peer reviewedSchick, James B. M. – History Microcomputer Review, 1990
Critiques current examples of computerized grammar and style checkers. Examines the relative strengths and weaknesses of each program. Concludes that programs are not an adequate substitute for knowing the applicable rule of English. (RW)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Computers
Bean, Margaret H., Ed. – 1986
This selective literature guide serves as a directory to software evaluation sources for all sizes of microcomputers. Information is provided on review sources and guides which deal with a variety of applications such as library, engineering, school, and business as well as a variety of systems, including DOS and CP/M. This document is intended to…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Download full textLavin, Richard J. – 1988
A Merrimack Education Center (MEC) project was developed to provide technology consultation, expertise, and advice for capacity building and networking of adult center staff in regional locations in Massachusetts. Two pilot sites were installed to demonstrate the computer/skills center approach of teaching basic skills to adult learners. Six…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Basic Skills, Computer Software Reviews
Direct linkWatson, Jason; Ahmed, Pervaiz K. – Campus-Wide Information Systems, 2004
This paper briefly introduces the trends towards e-learning and amplifies some examples of state of the art systems, pointing out that all of these are, to date, limited by adaptability and shareability of content and that it is necessary for industry to develop and use an inter-operability standard. Uses SCORM specifications to specify the…
Descriptors: Management Systems, Information Technology, Information Management, Computer System Design
Peer reviewedSmith, Richard L., Ed. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1988
Contains evaluations of two computer software packages, "Simulation Experiments 45-48 in Epstein's Laboratory Manual for Chemistry" and "Maps and Legends--the Cartographer (Ver 3.0)." Includes a brief description, applications, and the perceived strengths and weaknesses for each package. (CW)
Descriptors: Cartography, Chemistry, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews
PDF pending restorationMerrimack Education Center, Chelmsford, MA. – 1984
A study was initiated to investigate the current status of technology initiatives in terms of their impact on six adult education centers in Massachusetts. It was designed to provide new insights into the educational effects of computer instruction upon adult basic education students. A second effort focused on the presentation of a model of…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Educators, Adult Literacy, Basic Skills
Stapleton, Julia A. – 1987
Software and computer management systems that enable educators to manage the monitoring of student progress in acquiring skills for the High School Proficiency Test (HSPT) and other standardized tests used in New Jersey schools are described in this study. Focus is on the data collection components for student skill proficiency using the computer…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Tests, Basic Skills, Computer Managed Instruction
