Assessing the Quality of CD-ROMs in the Curriculum.
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| Title: | Assessing the Quality of CD-ROMs in the Curriculum. |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Ediger, Marlow |
| Peer Reviewed: | N |
| Page Count: | 10 |
| Publication Date: | 2001 |
| Document Type: | Opinion Papers |
| Descriptors: | Computer Assisted Instruction, Curriculum, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Material Evaluation, Instructional Materials, Optical Data Disks |
| Geographic Terms: | U.S.; Missouri |
| Abstract: | CD-ROMs like other curriculum materials, should be assessed for use in teaching and learning situations. Appropriate CD-ROM use should capture student interest, engage learners actively, provide meaningful learning, assist in providing for individual differences, and help students perceive the purpose of learning. CD-ROMs can be used to: (1) provide background information to increase readiness for learning; (2) expand previously learned subject matter and skills; (3) explore a topic in further depth; (4) develop selected concepts and generalizations; (5) develop summaries; (6) obtain information for a report on a lesson or unit of study; (7) foster cooperative efforts; (8) emphasize critical thought; (9) develop creative thinking; and (10) apply information in a new setting. It might be possible to use CD-ROMs in homework or to involve parents, and both parents and teachers could be surveyed about the use of the CD. CD-ROMS can be included in curriculum planning, and their use can be evaluated in the ways other instructional materials are evaluated. (SLD) |
| Journal Code: | RIEOCT2001 |
| Entry Date: | 2001 |
| Accession Number: | ED453287 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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