Software Evaluation Form

Evaluate the software using the following categories.   Fill out the following form for each software title. 

Title: Word Finder Introduction to A1 Hang word
Where reviewed: Friend’s house
Your name: Joe Evans
Date: 04-05-06
Subject/Area: English
Publisher/ Producer: Caltrox Educational Software
Grade level: Preschool
Goal or objective of software: hangman type word finder game to help teach children English vocabulary

Type of program:
(choose from Simulation, Educational Game, Drill and Practice, Tutorial)

This is an educational game

10 tips for software selection:

(Specify two tips what would describe this software package)

1.) This software has good record keeping abilities and built-in instructions.

2.) This software is a great learning tool

3.) Small incremental levels


Use the following and rate the software from 1 to 4 in each area.
1= Strongly Disagree
2= Disagree
3= Agree
4=Strongly Agree

Content:                        For example
The content is accurate and factual                                             4
The content is educationally appropriate                           3         
The content meets learning goals and objectives               3
The content is free of stereotypes and racial bias              4


Ease of use:
Directions are clear                                                                    4
Students can end the program at any time                                   3
Students can restart the program where they stopped                   3
The software is easy to learn – user friendly                                 4

Ability levels
The user level can be set by the teacher                          1
The software covers a variety of ability/skill levels              1

Technical Quality
Animation and graphics are used well                                          2
Audio is used well                                                                      2
Feedback and prompts are appropriate                                        4
Student interest is maintained                                                     2
Overall technical quality is excellent                                            2

Recommendation:  I would use this for a preschool learning tool, maybe for a free time game.

Purchase immediately Yes
Purchase as funds become available
Do not purchase
Other (specify)

Comments:

This is a basic learning game to help children learn vocabulary.  It’s not very technical because it deals with words, not space ships.