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
 

 
 

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