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Kalinowski, Michael – Child Care Information Exchange, 1998
Offers advice on the selection of child care administrative software. Directors should consider needs, computer experience, budget, time, and temperament, and should also ask lots of questions and test demo versions. Choices range from custom programs and existing business products to child care administrative software packages. Includes directory…
Descriptors: Administrators, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Day Care
Neugebauer, Roger – Child Care Information Exchange, 1990
Offers criteria for choosing software for child care centers that are based on meeting the centers' needs. The factors of hardware capabilities, ease of learning, cost, and vendor assistance are discussed. A guide to software lists available applications, addresses of companies, and prices of programs. (SH)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software Selection, Day Care Centers, Early Childhood Education
Buckleitner, Warren – Child Care Information Exchange, 1995
Updated information for computer purchases appropriate for use in a childcare center classroom is offered. Includes a list of minimum hardware requirements for Windows-based computers as well as Macintosh, and low-budget alternative solutions. New software titles for preschool children and K-5 school-age children are reviewed. (AA)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education
Neugebauer, Roger – Child Care Information Exchange, 1995
Examines nine important questions that can help directors of child-care centers in selecting software to assist them with administrative tasks. These questions were developed based on the insights offered by an exchange panel of 200 members currently using center management software. Includes a listing of 24 center management software packages on…
Descriptors: Administrator Guides, Computer Software, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education
Kalinowski, Michael – Child Care Information Exchange, 2000
Addresses questions concerning the selection and use of specialized child care administrative software packages. Examines the timing of the purchase, uniqueness of packages, selection considerations, long-term features, indicators of flexibility, cautions, technological change, and future trends. (SD)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection
Buckleitner, Warren – Child Care Information Exchange, 1995
Offers basic information for childcare directors on purchasing computer hardware and software for the center. Covers reasons for having computers, downsides to computers, the kind of computer to buy, minimum requirements for Windows-based computers and Macintosh computers, and other accessories. Presents brief descriptions of 9 software packages…
Descriptors: Children, Computer Attitudes, Computer Peripherals, Computer Software
Neugebauer, Roger – Child Care Information Exchange, 1993
Examines nine important questions which need to be researched before selecting software that will meet a child care center's needs within its budget. Provides product descriptions of 27 software programs currently on the market. (BB)
Descriptors: Administrator Guides, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection
Elkind, David; And Others – Child Care Information Exchange, 1998
Presents four articles on the use of computer technology with young children: "Computers for Infants and Young Children" (David Elkind); "Using Technology to Enhance Early Learning Experiences" (Kirsten Haugen); "Creative Use of Technology with School-Agers" (Ina Lynn McClain); and "Evaluating and Selecting Software for Children" (Charles…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation
Buckleitner, Warren – Child Care Information Exchange, 1996
Reviews children's software packages: (1) "Fun 'N Games"--nonviolent games and activities; (2) "Putt-Putt Saves the Zoo"--matching, logic games, and animal facts; (3) "Big Job"--12 logic games with video from job sites; (4) "JumpStart First Grade"--15 activities introducing typical school lessons; and (5) "Read, Write, & Type!"--progressively…
Descriptors: Computer Games, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection
Buckleitner, Warren – Child Care Information Exchange, 1996
Recommends and describes specific software programs for children based on a review of 1800 titles. Includes recommendations for preschoolers in the areas of language, math, logic, science, art, creativity, and all-purpose. Presents choices for early elementary students including reading, writing, math, logic, science, social studies, creativity,…
Descriptors: Art, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection
Donohue, Chip – Child Care Information Exchange, 2001
Highlights importance of computer literacy for child care administrators. Identifies common uses of computers by administrators, and lists Internet Web sites addressing child advocacy, child care organizations, government agencies, health and safety, and parenting. Notes six on-line training, continuing education, and professional development…
Descriptors: Administrators, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Managed Instruction