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Bibliography Formatting Software: A Buying Guide.
Stigleman, Sue – Database, 1992
Discusses software that is used for preparing bibliographies according to particular styles. Other uses of citation databases originally created to produce bibliographies are described, guidelines to help choose a program are offered, and appendices list programs and producers as well as indicating features of the various programs. (LRW)
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Citations (References), Computer Software, Computer Software Selection
Yearbook Production: Yearbook Staffs Can Now "Blame" Strengths, Weaknesses on Computer as They Take More Control of Their Publications.
Hall, H. L. – Communication: Journalism Education Today (C:JET), 1988
Reports on the advantages and disadvantages of desktop publishing, using the Apple Macintosh and "Pagemaker" software, to produce a high school yearbook. Asserts that while desktop publishing may be initially more time consuming for those unfamiliar with computers, desktop publishing gives high school journalism staffs more control over…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Printers, Computer Software, Computers
Desktop Publishing for School Use. A Critical Review of Products. A MicroSIFT Report.
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Pollard, Jim – 1989
This report evaluates 13 products described by their publishers as appropriate for desktop publishing. The products have in common the ability to combine text and graphics on a page; however, they vary greatly in capabilities and cost. Some products have a very narrow use (e.g., certificate makers and puzzle generators), and some have a very…
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, Costs, Desktop Publishing, Elementary Secondary Education
Product Descriptions: Desktop Publishing for School Use. A Critical Review of Products. A MicroSIFT Report.
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Pollard, Jim – 1989
This report presents tabular evaluations of 13 products described by their publishers as appropriate for desktop publishing. These products have in common the ability to combine text and graphics on a page; however, they vary greatly in capabilities and cost. Some products have a very narrow use (e.g., certificate makers and puzzle generators),…
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, Costs, Desktop Publishing, Elementary Secondary Education
Newspaper Design: Desktop Newspaper Design Can Make Staffs Throw Their Hands Up, Give Them the Hands-Down Edge.
King, Marianne – Communication: Journalism Education Today (C:JET), 1988
Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using an Apple Macintosh in a high school journalism department. Details the software available in the categories of layout ("Xpress" and "Pagemaker"), word processing ("Microsoft Word"), and graphics ("MacDraw,""Cricket Draw,""MacPaint," and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computers
The Rush.
de Stricker, Ulla; And Others – Searcher, 1995
Examines issues involved in processing rush document delivery requests. Presents a survey of CD-ROM and online document delivery services; suggests in-house techniques to access documents; and reviews technological advancements made in document delivery. Sidebars present typical turnaround times for various document formats and typical document…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Information Processing, Information Services, Layout (Publications)
Computers in the Curriculum: Science: Using the Power of Media to Communicate Science--A Question of Style?
Imhof, Heidi – Computing Teacher, 1991
Discusses visual style in instructional science materials; describes problems with science media, including too much print on a page or screen and inappropriate designs for children; and highlights new products that have good design style as well as good content, including books, computer simulations, videos, computer software, and microworlds.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Courseware, Design Requirements