Educational Technology Software Evaluation Form

Note: Failure to fill this form out COMPLETELY will result in you not getting credit for this evaluation

Name: Course: Section:

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Description:

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For assistance in answering the following questions, refer to pages 324-327 in the Lockard text.

General Instructional Criteria:
Superior (3 pts)
Adequate (2 pts)
Marginal (1 pt)
Inadequate (0 pts)
Content accuracy
Instructional strategies
Appropriate treatment of diversity
Free of language errors
Clear instructions
Appropriate difficulty level(s)
Designed or adaptable for cooperative learning
Coorelates to desired standards

CAI-Specific Criteria:
Superior (3 pts)
Adequate (2 pts)
Marginal (1 pt)
Inadequate (0 pts)
Takes good advantage of computer power
Appropriate sequence of instruction
High level of interactivity
Effective learning guidance
Multimedia elements support learning goals
Works correctly without glitches or crashes
Easy to use interface

Usability Criteria:
Superior (3 pts)
Adequate (2 pts)
Marginal (1 pt)
Inadequate (0 pts)
Will fit curriculum easily
Useful recordkeeping component
Students will need minimal assistance to use
Help function is useful
Flexible but manageable
Group or individual use potential

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