Computer Software – Educational

Advantages

·        Can be loaded on the server for school wide access

·        Easy storage

·        Can provide hands on experience for students

·        Can be used for many years

·        Offers flexibility of access to information

·        Provides multimedia interaction that includes text, graphics, animated graphics, sound,

            video clips, facility to enable student participation.

Disadvantages

·        Can be expensive to purchase

·        Cannot be used during power outage

·        Computer equipment can lose connection

·        May require additional training

Implications for Collection Development

·        Can be purchased for specific grades

·        Can be used as additional source of instruction

·        This type of resource adds value to the overall resource collection and enhances the

            learning process.

·         useful for more than one learning/topic area.

Copyright Considerations

·        Licensing must be purchased before use