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Armstrong, Karen; And Others – Technology & Learning, 1995
Provides a list, organized by company, of access software appropriate for special education users, and general software such as productivity tools and educational and recreational software. Sidebars include: software accessibility features to consider; the Alliance for Technology and Access; and contacts for publishers and special education…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Disabilities
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, Alexandria, VA. – 1999
"Only the Best" is an Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) annual reference containing information on software programs and multimedia applications that have met stringent criteria for excellence. The purpose of this reference is to provide a quick and easy way for curriculum directors, technology coordinators, librarians,…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Costs
Crowe, Suzy; Penney, Elaine – 1995
This book is the first volume in the "Kids and Computers" series, a series of books designed to help adults easily use high-quality, developmentally appropriate software with children. After reviewing the basics of selected software packages (how to start the program, stop the program, move around, and use special keys) several ideas and…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Games, Computer Software, Computer Software Selection
Allen, Denise – Teaching Pre K-8, 1997
Profiles new CD-ROM technologies for middle schoolers, in the fields of mathematics and science, aimed at motivating and holding student interest. Describes three titles (Math Heads, Sunny Math, and The Ultimate 3-D Skeleton) in terms of manufacturer, capabilities, platform, and price. Several additional titles are described more briefly. (SD)
Descriptors: Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Elementary Education
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
Allen, Denise – Teaching PreK-8, 1996
Reviews three geography and history CD-ROMs: "GeoSafari Platinum Edition," a multimedia game on history, geography, and science; "Destination: Time Trip USA," which allows students to create an interactive electronic book while exploring a fictional town; and "SkyTrip America," with which students fly across America, reviewing maps, time lines,…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education
