Guidelines for Reviewing Software for Mathematics Teacher
A. Summary
Summarize the information provided by the supplier describing the objective and intended audience.
B. Description
C. Evaluation
If possible, you should evaluate the program through observing its use by students of the intended grade or ability levels. Please document capabilities and drawbacks of the product by means of specific observations of actual student use.
Use the following questions as a guideline:
D. Summary Comments/Recommendations
E. Review Information
Briefly, describe how you went about assessing the materials.
Things to note
Due to the complexity of some programs, you may find that the suggested format is not ideal or that your review exceeds the 250 word limit. Judicious use of alternate formats and additional space is acceptable. Remember, our intent is to make the reviews useful to readers and consistent in quality.
Software in your area of interest will be sent periodically from the Reston office. If the material is not compatible with your system, or if you are unable or uninterested in reviewing the software, please return it as soon as possible.
Your review should end with your name, affiliation, city, state abbreviation, and zip code. For example: Tom Jones. Smith High School. Sprin2field. IL 50012.
Try to email the review to mtreviews@nctm.ort by the deadline. You may also submit your review via regular mail. Please keep a copy for your records.
Due to space limitations, your review may be edited for style and clarity or shortened for publication. Your review will appear as soon as the publication schedule allows. Your interest and efforts in maintaining a quality journal are very much appreciated.
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