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Howe, Samuel F. – Media and Methods, 1983
Briefly discusses features of interactive video technology for instructional use and outlines the steps involved in producing an interactive video instructional lesson. Types of interactive video lessons are described and a list of manufacturers producing interactive video interfaces and authoring languages is provided. (MBR)
Descriptors: Electronic Equipment, Instructional Materials, Material Development, Merchandise Information
Woolls, Blanche E.; Loertscher, David V. – School Library Journal, 1982
Briefly discusses some of the factors to be considered in selecting instructional software for microcomputers and presents an annotated list of instructional computer programs recommended by the authors for first purchase in developing software collections. A list of distributors is attached. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Criteria, Instructional Materials
Mason, Robert M. – Library Journal, 1986
Reviews new educational materials designed for microcomputer use: compact disk encyclopedia derived from "Grolier's Academic American Encyclopedia"; "PC Word Power," vocabulary enhancement game; "Public Domain Software on File," 250 programs for Apple II microcomputer users; "RightWriter," program designed to teach effective writing; "Kansas…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Storage Devices, Databases, Educational Games
Williams, Warren S.; Shrage, Jules – Educational Technology, 1983
Provides general overview of most popular microcomputer hardware (tape cassette-based, cartridge-based, disk-based) noting display, keyboard, system characteristics, and price. Discussion of available educational software includes commercial publishers, nonprofit educational agencies, free or low-cost software, and authoring languages and test…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Display Systems, Elementary Secondary Education, Equipment Evaluation
Targ, Joan – Educational Computer, 1981
Describes the selection of hardware and refinement of lesson sets for the Computer Tutor project, a computer literacy program in the Palo Alto schools which uses tutors to teach programing skills to students, staff, and parents. An overview of the program in its second year of operation is included. (JJD)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Elementary Secondary Education, Equipment Evaluation, Input Output Devices
ELECTRONIC Learning, 1982
Lists 93 computer software programs favored by educators for use in school administration or computer-assisted instruction in the areas of mathematics, social studies, and English. The information was compiled from a questionnaire sent to 2,000 teachers and administrators. Ordering information and some comments on program use are included. (JJD)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Educational Administration
