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Wood, Eileen; Grant, Amy K.; Gottardo, Alexandra; Savage, Robert; Evans, Mary Ann – Early Childhood Education Journal, 2017
The primary goal of this research was to extend our understanding of the strengths and weaknesses inherent in online and offline early literacy software programs designed for young learners. A taxonomy of reading skills was used to contrast online software with offline closed system (compact disc) based programs with respect to number of skills…
Descriptors: Young Children, Courseware, Emergent Literacy, Comparative Analysis
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Wood, Eileen; Gottardo, Alexandra; Grant, Amy; Evans, Mary Ann; Phillips, Linda; Savage, Robert – NHSA Dialog, 2012
As computers become an increasingly ubiquitous part of young children's lives there is a need to examine how best to harness digital technologies to promote learning in early childhood education contexts. The development of emergent literacy skills is 1 domain for which numerous software programs are available for young learners. In this study, we…
Descriptors: Reading Skills, Early Reading, Emergent Literacy, Early Childhood Education
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Haugland, Susan W. – Young Children, 2000
Discusses how to use computers to facilitate learning with young children in early care and education settings. Includes discussion of software selection, website selection, connections of software and websites to the curriculum, and computer selection. Lists strategies for facilitating equitable access, improving computer availability, and…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Computer Selection, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education
Hohmann, Charles – 1990
Based on the assumption that young children can benefit from a careful, developmentally appropriate introduction to computers, this guide for early childhood teachers and parents is designed to help children aged 3 to 6 years have enjoyable, educational, confidence-building experiences working with computers. Chapter 1 discusses recent…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Cognitive Development, Computer Literacy, Computer Selection
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
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Haugland, Susan W. – Journal of Computing in Childhood Education, 1997
A two-year, follow-up teacher survey to a 1993 study was conducted in 1994-95 to learn how changes in hardware and software markets have changed computer use in early childhood classrooms. Assessed what teachers viewed as important software characteristics, software market perceptions, and future software market directions. Found shifts in kinds…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education, Early Childhood Education
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Childress, Marcus D.; Lee, Guang-Lea; Sherman, Gregory P. – Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual, 1999
Describes a computer software review procedure centering around a form that considers the use of the computer software in the early-childhood classroom and aids educators in selecting software that is age- and individually appropriate. The form emphasizes reviewing the software's potential for encouraging student engagement and enhancing skills in…
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education, Early Childhood Education
Shade, Daniel D. – Day Care & Early Education, 1994
Examines the use of compact disc (CD)-based software with young children. Discusses the general benefits of CD technology and the challenge of deciding when to purchase a new product. Describes what to look for in CD technology for young children, such as electronic books, interactive electronic books, and older software now available in CD…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education, Early Childhood Education
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Shade, Daniel D. – Young Children, 1996
Argues that developmentally appropriate computer software selection is a critical teacher decision. Recommends evaluation of child features, teacher features, and technical features. Provides a teacher checklist in each feature area to assist evaluation of the software's appropriateness and also a listing of children's software reviewers. (SD)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, 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
Shade, Daniel D. – Day Care & Early Education, 1994
Provides advice and suggestions for educators or parents who are trying to decide what type of computer to buy to run the latest computer software for children. Suggests that purchasers should buy a computer with as large a hard drive as possible, at least 10 megabytes of RAM, and a CD-ROM drive. (MDM)
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Software Selection, Computer Storage Devices, Computer Uses in Education
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Montminy, Peter – Montessori Life, 1999
Presents a draft for a principle-centered position statement of a Montessori early childhood program in central Pennsylvania, on the pros and cons of computer use in a Montessori 3-6 classroom. Includes computer software rating form. (Author/KB)
Descriptors: Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Early Childhood Education
Baker, Betty Ruth – 1992
This paper discusses techniques for the preservice teacher to use in planning computer learning experiences for young children. Teachers need to become aware of the functions of the computer, the capabilities of computer technology with young children, and the response of young children to the computer in the learning environment. Teachers should…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Centers, Computer Literacy, Computer Software
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Judge, Sharon Lesar – Young Exceptional Children, 2001
This article discusses how professionals can integrate computer technology into early childhood classrooms. Strategies are provided for using computers to facilitate learning, selecting developmentally appropriate software, setting up a computer center, and integrating computer technology across the curriculum. A chart pairs level of interactivity…
Descriptors: Computer Centers, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection
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