EMC 300 Software Module
Software Evaluation Form
This is a very basic evaluation form that can be modified for many software types and target audiences. Use the form as a general guide for your software evaluations. For the purpose of this class, you will not be able to respond in detail to all of these indicators. Just read through the form, and possibly print this page out, to keep the review categories in mind while you are evaluating your software. Be sure to keep in mind the students and topics you intend to teach, as well as your own personal teaching philosophy, as you look at any software.
Evaluator:Software Title:
Publisher:
Type of Software:
Platform (type of computer and system requirements):
Subject Area:
Objectives:
DOCUMENTATION & SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS:
Necessary technical documentation is included
Objectives are clearly stated
Learning activities that facilitate integration into curriculum are suggested
Materials for enrichment and remedial activities are provided PROGRAM CONTENT:
Instruction matches stated objectives
Instructional strategies are based on current research
Instruction addresses various learning styles and intelligences
Information is current and accurate
Program is free of stereotypes PRESENTATION:
Information is presented in a developmentally appropriate and logical way
Examples and illustrations are relevant
There is appropriate variety in screen displays
Text is clear and printed in type suitable for target audience
Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are correct EFFECTIVENESS:
Students are able to recall and use information presented following program use
Program prepares students for future real-world experiences
Students develop further interest in topic from using program
This is an appropriate use of instructional software AUDIENCE APPEAL & SUITABILITY:
Program matches interest level of indicated audience
Expected input is appropriate for indicated audience
Reading level is appropriate for indicated audience
Examples and illustrations are suitable for indicated audience
Required time is compatible with student attention
Program branches to remediation or enrichment when appropriate PRACTICE/ASSESSMENT/FEEDBACK:
Practice is provided to accomplish objectives
Practice is appropriate for topic and audience
Feedback is relevant to student responses
Feedback is immediate
Feedback is varied
Feedback gives remediation
Reinforcement is positive and dignified
Assessment is aligned with objectives
Open-ended responses and/or portfolio opportunities are promoted
Collaborative learning experiences are provided for EASE OF USE:
User can navigate through program without difficulty
Screen directions are consistent and easy to follow
Help options are comprehensive and readily available
Program responds to input as indicated by directions
Title sequence is brief and can be bypassed
User can control pace and sequence
User can exit from any screen
Only one input is registered when key is held down USER INTERFACE AND MEDIA QUALITY:
Interface provides user with an appropriate environment
Graphics, audio, video, and/or animations enhance instruction
Graphics, audio, video, and/or animations stimulate student interest
Graphics, audio, video, and/or animations are of high quality
Software Evaluation Form
This is a very basic evaluation form that can be modified for many software types and target audiences. Use the form as a general guide for your software evaluations. For the purpose of this class, you will not be able to respond in detail to all of these indicators. Just read through the form, and possibly print this page out, to keep the review categories in mind while you are evaluating your software. Be sure to keep in mind the students and topics you intend to teach, as well as your own personal teaching philosophy, as you look at any software.
Evaluator:Software Title:
Publisher:
Type of Software:
Platform (type of computer and system requirements):
Subject Area:
Objectives:
DOCUMENTATION & SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS:
Necessary technical documentation is included
Objectives are clearly stated
Learning activities that facilitate integration into curriculum are suggested
Materials for enrichment and remedial activities are provided PROGRAM CONTENT:
Instruction matches stated objectives
Instructional strategies are based on current research
Instruction addresses various learning styles and intelligences
Information is current and accurate
Program is free of stereotypes PRESENTATION:
Information is presented in a developmentally appropriate and logical way
Examples and illustrations are relevant
There is appropriate variety in screen displays
Text is clear and printed in type suitable for target audience
Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are correct EFFECTIVENESS:
Students are able to recall and use information presented following program use
Program prepares students for future real-world experiences
Students develop further interest in topic from using program
This is an appropriate use of instructional software AUDIENCE APPEAL & SUITABILITY:
Program matches interest level of indicated audience
Expected input is appropriate for indicated audience
Reading level is appropriate for indicated audience
Examples and illustrations are suitable for indicated audience
Required time is compatible with student attention
Program branches to remediation or enrichment when appropriate PRACTICE/ASSESSMENT/FEEDBACK:
Practice is provided to accomplish objectives
Practice is appropriate for topic and audience
Feedback is relevant to student responses
Feedback is immediate
Feedback is varied
Feedback gives remediation
Reinforcement is positive and dignified
Assessment is aligned with objectives
Open-ended responses and/or portfolio opportunities are promoted
Collaborative learning experiences are provided for EASE OF USE:
User can navigate through program without difficulty
Screen directions are consistent and easy to follow
Help options are comprehensive and readily available
Program responds to input as indicated by directions
Title sequence is brief and can be bypassed
User can control pace and sequence
User can exit from any screen
Only one input is registered when key is held down USER INTERFACE AND MEDIA QUALITY:
Interface provides user with an appropriate environment
Graphics, audio, video, and/or animations enhance instruction
Graphics, audio, video, and/or animations stimulate student interest
Graphics, audio, video, and/or animations are of high quality
