You need to review two software programs at CML, your local library, or
perhaps a local school or REMC (
Software
Evaluation Form
Evaluate the software using the following categories. Fill out the following form for each
software title.
Title: Kid Pix
Where reviewed: CML
Your name: Hannah Scholten
Date: 3-30-07
Subject/Area: Art
Publisher/ Producer (if you can): The Learning Company
Grade level: Doesn’t say, but probably elementary level (2-3 grade)
Goal or objective of software: To let kids be creative with their art, and
learn how to use basic computer functions as well.
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Type of program: This is a simulation program because it simulates drawing for
students.
(choose from Simulation, Educational Game, Drill and
Practice, Tutorial)
10 tips for
software selection: choose software with helpful feedback (had very handy “help
feature”). Technology is not a solution it is a support (it allows students to
experiment with color and practice before letting them create on paper).
(Specify
two tips what would describe this software package)
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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 4
The content is educationally appropriate : 3 3
The content meets learning goals and objectives : 3 1
The content is free of stereotypes and racial bias : 2 4
Ease of use: 4
Directions are clear : 4 3
Students can end the program at any time : 4 1
Students can restart the program where they stopped: 3 1
The software is easy to learn – user friendly : 4 4
Ability levels
The user level can be set by the teacher: 1 4
The software covers a variety of ability/skill levels: 3 4
Technical Quality
Animation and graphics are used well :4 3
Audio is used well :4 1
Feedback and prompts are appropriate :4 3
Student interest is maintained : 4 1
Overall technical quality is excellent:4 3
Recommendation: Purchase when funds become available
Purchase immediately
Purchase as funds become available
Do not purchase
Other (specify)
Comments: This is a very fun program, but it doesn’t offer many of the educational
benefits of other software.
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You need to review two software programs at CML, your local library, or
perhaps a local school or REMC (
Software
Evaluation Form
Evaluate the software using the following categories. Fill out the following form for each
software title.
Title: Math Blaster
Where reviewed: CML
Your name: Hannah Scholten
Date: 3-30-07
Subject/Area: Math
Publisher/ Producer (if you can): Knowledge Adventure
Grade level: ages 7-9
Goal or objective of software: Help students understand and practice simple and
complex math problems.
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Type of program: Educational Game
(choose from Simulation, Educational Game, Drill and Practice, Tutorial)
10 tips for
software selection: Choose software with good record keeping capabilities,
choose software with built-in instructional aides.
(Specify
two tips what would describe this software package)
_____________________________________________________________________________
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 4
The content is educationally appropriate :3 3
The content meets learning goals and objectives : 2 1
The content is free of stereotypes and racial bias : 4 4
Ease of use:
Directions are clear : 1 3
Students can end the program at any time : 2 1
Students can restart the program where they stopped:1 1
The software is easy to learn – user friendly : 3 4
Ability levels
The user level can be set by the teacher: 1 4
The software covers a variety of ability/skill levels: 3 4
Technical Quality
Animation and graphics are used well :4 3
Audio is used well :4 1
Feedback and prompts are appropriate :4 3
Student interest is maintained : 4 1
Overall technical quality is excellent:4 3
Recommendation: Purchase when funds become available
Purchase immediately
Purchase as funds become available
Do not purchase
Other (specify)
Comments: This was a fun program but a bit hard to follow, the directions
should be clearer and slower.
Attach this
to the assignment link in Blackboard.
Remember, if you do these on two separate documents, then they must be
both attached at the same time.