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| Computers and Composition | 3 |
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| Condon, William | 1 |
| Taylor, Paul | 1 |
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| Guides - Non-Classroom | 3 |
| Journal Articles | 3 |
| Opinion Papers | 2 |
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Peer reviewedTaylor, Paul – Computers and Composition, 1992
Suggests that good software: constitutes a coherent text within a consistent theoretical framework; encourages users to take action; makes sense of complexity of information; has a consistent interface; allows connection to other programs; lets the user know what is going on; and is flexible from the teacher's and the student's points of view. (RS)
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Higher Education, Instructional Materials
Peer reviewedCondon, William – Computers and Composition, 1992
Offers criteria for selecting software for a computer-equipped classroom/writing lab: identifying uses, versatility, and ease of use. Concludes with advice for teachers to write their own applications programs. (RS)
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Higher Education, Writing Instruction
Peer reviewedComputers and Composition, 1992
Offers guidelines for reviewing and evaluating English language arts software. Includes advice on using the guidelines. (RS)
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Elementary Secondary Education, English Instruction
