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Chapter 3: Software Basics Section I: Preparing to Use Technology

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Frameworks: What we know... Is hardware all that I need to use a computer ? –Hardware Physical components of computer system Not able to work without the aid of software –Software Set of instructions that direct the computer to perform tasks Various categories of software that all individuals must use to perform specific tasks

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Basics: Considerations for purchasing Are there considerations to take into account when purchasing software? –Compatibility –Documentation –Price –Licensing

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Basics: Compatibility What does compatibility mean? –hardware and software can communicate Operating system Speed of CPU Amount of RAM Capability of monitor Space required to store on HD

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Basics: Documentation What does documentation mean? –support materials for the software Print CD Online

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Basics: Price How does price differ? –depends who develops/distributes the software Commercial –Application suites –Integrated software packages Open Source Web-based

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Basics: Licensing How does the licensing of software differ? –depends who develops/distributes the software Commercial –Single use –Multiple users –Site Open Source Web-based

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Basics: Types of Software What types of software do I need to be familiar with? –Operating system software – Application software – Internet software – Instructional/educational software – Integrated learning systems (ILS) – Teacher utility software tools

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Basics: Operating System Software What is the OSS and how is it used? Operating system software manages and controls the computer hardware so that other software can perform tasks. –Microsoft Windows –Apple MAC OS –Linux

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Basics: Application Software What is application software and how it is used? Application software is software that performs specific tasks. –Word processing and desktop publishing –Database management –Spreadsheets –Graphics (photo editing, painting, drawing) –Diagramming, mapping, and webbing –Multimedia authoring –Web authoring

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Basics: Internet Software What is Internet software and how it is used? Internet software allows access, sharing of files, communication and collaboration on the Web. –Browser – –Media players / plug-ins –File sharing –Web 2.0

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Basics: Instructional Software What is instructional software and how it is used? Instructional software is used to reinforce or remediate learning. –Drill and practice –Simulation –Tutorials –Instructional Games –Problem Solving –Reference

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Basics: Teacher Utility Software What is utility software and how it is used? Utility software is designed to assist teachers with tasks. –Offered commercially and online Grade programs Task generators –Test generators –Puzzle generators –Rubric generators –Worksheet generators –IEP generators

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Basics: Evaluating Software Are there criteria that I should look for when evaluating software for my students? –Does the software support curricular objectives? –Hands-on review is a MUST!! 1.Identify objectives and instructional purpose 2.Locate appropriate software titles 3.Complete a hands-on review 4.Collect and interpret the information –Software review guide - Student materials

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Adapting for Special Learners How do I adapt software for special learners? –Much software can be used with special learners with adaptations. –Assistive software Refers to a wide range of products Adapting the operating system software Adaptations for accessing other software –Access software Must be purchased as separate software programs

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Adapting: Assistive Software How do I adapt OSS for special learners? –OSS can be adapted through accessibility options. Magnifier Narrator On-screen keyboard High contrast Audio description Mouse settings Keyboard settings Sound sentry Speech

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Adapting: Access Software How do I adapt for special learners? –Access software must be purchased separately. Text to speech Word prediction Scan and read Speech recognition Magnification Screen reading

Section I: Preparing to Use Technology | Chapter 3: Software Basics Voices in the classroom Aaron Pickering, EdS Content Specialty: Social Studies Oak Ridge High School In this Voice, Aaron explains that Open Source Software is a great solution to classrooms. Free to download, these software titles allow students to have access to the latest versions of the software at home and at school and for no charge! Aaron offers much more at his website which youll find at the companion site.

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