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Singer, Linda A. – MultiMedia Schools, 1997
Provides extensive reviews of two CD-ROM titles related to Native Americans: (1) Microsoft's "500 Nations: Stories of the North American Indian Experience" and (2) "The American Indian: A Multimedia Encyclopedia: by Facts on File." Evaluation criteria include content; authority; search engine; audience appropriateness; price;…
Descriptors: American Indians, Audience Awareness, Computer Selection, Computer Software Reviews
Graf, Nancy – Book Report, 1996
Examines the decision-making process of purchasing CD-ROMs for libraries. Evaluation criteria include hardware requirements, ease of installation, adequacy of documentation, user friendliness of displays, ease of searching, frequency of updates, downloading and printing capabilities, technical support, and vendor reputation. Identifies sources and…
Descriptors: Computer Selection, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Downloading
Burg, Barbara; Kautzman, Amy M. – Searcher, 1998
Discusses questions to consider and features to look for in selecting a CD-ROM encyclopedia. Reviews Encyclopaedia Britannica CD 98 Multimedia Edition, Compton's Interactive Encyclopedia 1998, Microsoft Encarta 98 Encyclopedia, and Grolier Multimedia Encyclopedia 1998. Contact information, price, and system requirements are listed. (JAK)
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Electronic Publishing, Encyclopedias
Wlodkowski, Tom – Computers in Libraries, 1999
Highlights multimedia CD-ROMs that can describe pictures aloud for blind users and turn sound into text for the deaf. Outlines barriers confronting blind users. Discusses software programs designed to significantly improve access to multimedia software for users with disabilities and presents evaluation criteria for purchasing the most accessible…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Blindness, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection
Peer reviewedDoering, David – CD-ROM Professional, 1996
Discusses issues to consider in selecting a CD-ROM network solution, including throughput (speed of data delivery), security, access, servers, key features, training, jukebox support, documentation, and licenses. Reviews software products offered by Novell, Around Technology, Micro Design, Smart Storage, Microtest, Meridian, CD-Connection,…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer Software Development, Computer Software Reviews
Peer reviewedLee, Judy Raven – Journal of Educational Media & Library Sciences, 1997
Selection and evaluation of electronic resources have prompted school librarians and media specialists to examine collection development guidelines and procedures. This article discusses criteria for selection and evaluation of CD-ROMs to meet the needs of the library, teachers, students, and curriculum. Includes forms for courseware description…
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education
