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| Teaching PreK-8 | 12 |
| Teaching Pre K-8 | 11 |
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| Allen, Denise | 23 |
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| Journal Articles | 23 |
| Book/Product Reviews | 19 |
| Information Analyses | 3 |
| Guides - Non-Classroom | 1 |
| Reports - Evaluative | 1 |
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Allen, Denise – Teaching Pre K-8, 1997
Reviews three computer software programs that can enhance children's story writing: (1) Sunbuddy Writer; (2) Sierra's School House; and (3) Snoopy's Campfire Stories. Describes the capabilities and features of each program as well as the possibilities for expansion. (AA)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews
Allen, Denise – Teaching PreK-8, 1995
Reviews five compact disc-read only memory (CD-ROM) products and one video series that focus on science projects: (1) "Body Park" (Virtual Entertainment); (2) "The Magic School Bus Explores the Solar System" (Microsoft); (3) "The Magic School Bus Explores the Human Body" (Microsoft); (4) "Science Curriculum Assistance Program" (Demco); and (5)…
Descriptors: Anatomy, Astronomy, Classroom Techniques, Computer Software
Allen, Denise – Teaching PreK-8, 1996
Notes that it is important to lay the foundation for building English vocabulary and language skills using realistic situations. Reviews three computer programs that enable English-as-a-Second-Language students to achieve efficiency more quickly. The software titles reviewed are "Learning English--Home and Family Life and Neighborhood Life,""Let's…
Descriptors: Bilingual Students, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary Education
Allen, Denise – Teaching Pre K-8, 1994
Reviews three computer software programs focusing on teaching science to middle school students: (1) Encarta, a multimedia encyclopedia; (2) Gizmos and Gadgets, which allows students to explore physical science principles; and (3) BodyScope, which allows students to examine the systems of the human body. (BB)
Descriptors: Anatomy, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Allen, Denise – Teaching Pre K-8, 1994
Reviews computer software programs that focus on mathematics skills for students in kindergarten through grade 12, as well as a mathematics activity book that includes a computer software disc for young children. (BB)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Allen, Denise – Teaching PreK-8, 1996
Reviews three geography and history CD-ROMs: "GeoSafari Platinum Edition," a multimedia game on history, geography, and science; "Destination: Time Trip USA," which allows students to create an interactive electronic book while exploring a fictional town; and "SkyTrip America," with which students fly across America, reviewing maps, time lines,…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education
Allen, Denise – Teaching Pre K-8, 1996
Reviews two CD-ROMS and one computer game: "Explore Yellowstone," science activities on CD to earn badges toward becoming a ranger; "Oval Office: Challenge of the Presidency," in which students role play presidential responsibilities such as proposing budgets; and "Strategy Games of the World," in which students match their skills against game…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civics, Computer Games, Computer Software
Allen, Denise – Teaching PreK-8, 1996
Reviews two software packages: "Teacher's Toolbox," a classroom management package that includes student database construction, seat assignment, and grade recording; "PrintPaks," a package of four multimedia craft kits for students. Also reviews "Prevent Violence with Groark," a set of five videos addressing anger…
Descriptors: Anger, Bias, Bullying, Classroom Design
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