Software and the
Curriculum
Types
Selection
Licensing
Standards for
Evaluation
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Many characteristics should be considered when evaluating software for use in one's classroom or lab. Software must match clearly identified instructional needs. It should NOT be used simply because it is available at a discount or supplied free by the state or district. The following links provide criteria and checklists to be used when evaluating software.
SOFTWARE EVALUATION CRITERIA Adapted from "Seven Steps to Responsible Software Selection" by P. Kenneth Komoski.
SOFTWARE EVALUATION The Design, Evaluation and Usage of Educational Software
THE PROCESS OF EVALUATING SOFTWARE AND ITS EFFECT ON LEARNING
EDUCATIONAL SOFTWARE EVALUATION As the amount and variety of educational software grows, there is a need for it to be assessed for the suitability for its intended purposes.
BUYING AND EVALUATING EDUCATIONAL SOFTWARE
EVALUATING SOFTWARE
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