TRC Bibliography: Resources for Instructional Technology and Educational Software


Explore these resources for instructional technology and educational software.


A selection of resources for technology planning

Collins, Susan R., and Linda C. Wing, Marlene P. Teichert, "Teaching, Learning & Technology: A Planning Guide," Apple Computer, Inc., Cupertino, CA, 1991.

Jones, Beau Fly, and Gilbert Valdez, Jeri Nowakowski, Claudette Rasmussen, "Designing Learning and Technology for Educational Reform," North Central Regional Educational Laboratory, Oakbrook, IL, 1994.

Jones, Beau Fly, and Gilbert Valdez, Jeri Nowakowski, Claudette Rasmussen, "Plugging In: Choosing and Using Educaitonal Technology," Council for Educational Development and Research, Washington, DC.

Lumley, Dan and Gerald D. Bailey, "Planning for Technology: A Guidebook for School Administrators," Scholastic, Inc., New York, NY, 1993.

Texas Center for Educational Technology, "K-12 Planning Guide for Videodisc Usage for Teachers and Administrators," Emerging Technology Consultants, Inc., St. Paul, MN, 1994.


A selection of reports on technology use by teachers

Martinez, Michael E., and Nancy A. Mead, "Computer Competence: The First National Assessment," Educational Testing Service, Princeton, NJ, 1988.

U.S. Congress, Office of Technology Assessment, "Linking for Learning: A New Course for Education," U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC, 1990.

U.S. Congress, Office of Technology Assessment, "Power On! New Tools for Teaching and Learning," U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC, 1988.

U.S. Congress, Office of Technology Assessment, "Teachers & Technology: Making the Connection," U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC, 1995.


A selection of general resources for selection and integration

Berger, Pam and Susan Kinnell, "CD-ROM for Schools: A Directory and Practical Handbook for Media Specialists," Eight Bit Books, Wilton, CT, 1994.

Cabeceiras, James, "The Multimedia Library: Material Selection and Use," Academic Press, San Diego, CA, 1991.

Dickinson, Gail K., "Selection and Evaluation of Electronic Resources," Libraries Unlimited, Inc., Englewood, CO, 1994.

Mendrinos, Roxanne, "Building Information Literacy Using High Technology: A Guide for School and Libraries," Libraries Unlimited, Inc., Englewood, CO, 1994.

PBS, "PBS Learning File Spring 1994," PBS K-12 Learning Services, Alexandria, VA, 1994.

Weihs, Jean Riddle, "The Integrated Library: Encouraging Access to Multimedia Materials," Oryx Press, Phoenix, AR, 1991.

A selection of directories for educational software

Educational Software Preview Guide
International Society for Technology in Education
1787 Agate Street
Eugene, OR 97403-1923

Multimedia and Videodisc Compendium
Emerging Technology Consultants Inc.
2819 Hamline Ave. N.
St. Paul, MN 55113

Only the Best: The Annual Guide to the Highest-Rated Educational Software and Multimedia
ASCD
1250 N. Pitt Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-1453

Quick-Source: The Directory of Educational Technology Resources
1993-1994 Edition
AM Educational Publishing
3745 Suffolk Dr., Ste D
Tallahassee, FL 32308


A selection of journals that include reviews of educational software

Electronic Learning
Scholastic, Inc.
555 Broadway
New York, NY 10012
212-505-4900

Media & Methods
1429 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
612-639-3973

School Library Journal
for subscriptions only:
P. O. Box 57559
Boulder, CO 80322-7559
800-456-9409

Science Books & Films
American Association for the Advancement of Science
1333 H St, N. W.
Washington, DC 20005

Technology Connection
480 East Wilson Birdge Rd., Suite L
Worthington, OH 43085-2372
614-436-7107

Leading and Learning with Technology
International Society for Technology in Education
480 Charnelton St.
Eugene, OR 97401-2626
800-336-5191


A selection of World Wide Web URL's

Arizona State University, Software Module (Member of the ISTE Consortia producing the Educational Software Preview Guide)

KA Online, How to Buy Educational Software, Children's Software Revue

Los Angeles County Office of Education, Teacher Technology Center, Library of Educational Software

Software Publishers Association, Education Section, Research and Publications

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