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Blanchard, Pamela Snyder – 2000
A study compared the benefits of phonological awareness instruction along with and without a phonics computer software program to improve phonological and reading skills in elementary students with mild mental disabilities. During the eight weeks of the study in the fall of 1999, elementary resource students were taught phonological awareness…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Software Evaluation, Elementary Education, Instructional Effectiveness
Ross, John A.; Hogaboam-Gray, Anne; Hannay, Lynne – 1999
This study examined the collateral effects of WiggleWorks, an interactive literacy program, in two settings: a cohort study comparing random samples of grade 1-2 students (n=452) before and after software implementation and a longitudinal sample tracing students from Kindergarten to grade 1 (n=126). WiggleWorks contributed to greater student use…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Software Evaluation, Grade 1
Vecchioli, Lisa – 1999
This digest provides practical advice on evaluating software for managing student records. An evaluation of record-keeping software should start with a process to identify all of the individual needs the software produce must meet in order to be considered for purchase. The first step toward establishing an administrative computing system is…
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education, Criteria
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, Alexandria, VA. – 1998
This annual guide provides information on recommended software programs and multimedia applications for K-12 use. An introductory section describes the evaluation process and lists the highest-rated programs for 1998-99. The program entries are organized by the following subject areas: the arts, early childhood, health, language arts, mathematics,…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection
Maddox, Anthony B. – Technology Connection, 1997
Emphasizes that for the success of information technology (IT) implementation, teachers must have the information on how to use the technology before, during and after purchase. Discusses software evaluation; knowledge of expertise preconditions; onsite and remotely accessed IT support structures; and deployment, integration, and utilization. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Development

Lewin, Cathy – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1997
Examines contributions of computer-assisted reading software (CARS) to current teaching practice. Presented framework for evaluating the technical and pedagogic characteristics of CARS. Described case study using proposed framework to evaluate the use of talking books software in British schools. Cognitive and affective benefits are identified.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Uses in Education

Swan, Karen; Meskill, Carla – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1996
The National Center for Research on Literature Teaching and Learning's review of 45 commercial hypermedia literature applications from a response-based perspective suggests that applications currently available, though not supportive of response-based literature teaching and learning, indicate how such applications could be developed. Includes the…
Descriptors: Computer Software Development, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary Secondary Education
Fox, Selena – Child Care Information Exchange, 2003
Discusses factors in the successful integration of computers into the early childhood classroom, including children's openness to new experiences and the need for teachers to be open to new ideas and confident in the positive role of technology. Considers elements to look for in choosing educational software. (JPB)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Uses in Education, Early Childhood Education

Smith-Gratto, Karen; Blackburn, Marcy A. – Computers in the Schools, 1997
Describes the "ABCD" model for integrating spreadsheets into elementary science instruction, which consists of four steps: analyzing the software and curriculum; brainstorming connections between parts of the software and the content areas; creating connections among the curriculum, the brainstorming information, and noncomputer classroom…
Descriptors: Brainstorming, Class Activities, Computer Software Evaluation, Curriculum Development
Roblyer, M. D.; Vye, Nancy; Wilson, Brent G. – Educational Technology, 2002
Describes experiences as judges at the University of Minnesota Learning Software Design Competition. Highlights include criteria for judging; an overview of some of the software programs; and the future of learning software, including Internet delivery, emphasis on visual and three-dimensional problem-solving environments, rich learning…
Descriptors: Competition, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Computer Software Evaluation
Haugland, Sue – Day Care & Early Education, 1993
Developmental Software Awards were presented to seven computer programs: (1) Kidpix (Broderbund Software), art; (2) FaceMaker, Golden edition (Queue), creative problem solving; (3) My Words (Hartley Courseware) and Paint with Words (MECC), language; (4) EZ Logo, revised edition (MECC) and Learn about Plants (Create and Worlds), math and science;…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Awards, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation

McLellan, Hilary – Computers in the Schools, 1994
Reports the results of a study that examined the patterns of interactions of high school student partners engaged in problem-solving activities while working through computer simulation activities in an astronomy lab. Observations, interviews with teachers and students, and a software program evaluation are discussed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Evaluation

Etter, Zana C. – Special Libraries, 1995
Changes in medical school curricula and teaching approach have led to an increased use in computer courseware and other technology. The traditional audiovisual library serving medical school students must redefine the role of the information provider to include helping students navigate networks; choosing and evaluating instructional materials;…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Centers, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education
Notess, Greg R. – Online, 1995
World Wide Web browsers are compared by speed, setup, hypertext transport protocol (HTTP) handling, management of file transfer protocol (FTP), telnet, gopher, and wide area information server (WAIS); bookmark options; and communication functions. Netscape has the most features, the fastest retrieval, sophisticated bookmark capabilities. (JMV)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Interfaces, Computer Networks, Computer Software Evaluation

Ouyang, Ronghua; Shirey, Ruth – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1994
Provides an annotated bibliography of up-to-date information on computer technology for geographic education in elementary schools. Suggests that, if teachers are made aware of the available resources of sophisticated computer technology, they will be better able to face the challenges in geography education. (AA)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection