Will the software allow for social interaction (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p. After singing a song, the app invites the learner to sing along as well. For example, highlighting the next button. 347)? ✔Yes… While exploring, the software will give “hints” for what the next step should be. Is the software interactive (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p.
347)? ✔Yes… Starfall ABCs presents the material in a colourful and cheerful manner, no one knows what is behind the letter unless the learner chooses a letter to discover more.
346)? ✔Yes… After learning about a letter, there is an activity at the end of the session where the learner can practice his or her knowledge.ĭoes the software present material in an enjoyable, interesting manner (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p. 346).ĭoes the software provide opportunities for practice and review (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p. The navigation is simple to understand, sounds are used appropriately when needed, and animations are clear with appropriate length (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p. 346)? ✔Yes… The graphics are very clear, have just enough detail, and maintains engagement (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p. There are no levels provided to customize the activities based on learning deveopment.ĭoes the software have high quality technical components (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p. 346)? …Not at the moment… Because this app is for children 5 and under, it is age appropriate in a sense that the songs and language used is recognizable and for a younger age group, an adult can provide support where needed. Is the software appropriately challenging (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p. Currently the application does not offer feedback or tracks learning progress. 346)? …Not at the moment… Positive feedback "creates a safe learning learning environment" enhancing motivation, it is recommended that "feedback should be woven throughout the instruction" (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p. Does the software provide positive, formative feedback and achievement measures (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p. Different pathways are created for the learner to select and experience different content and activities which includes a variety of learning styles (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p. Various media forms are used, such as text, visuals, animation, video, and audio (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p. Not to mention use this app as a starting point to understand what a child already knows and create activities based on their interests, such as alligators or apples.ĭoes the software offer the learner choices and control (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p. This app is a great way to encourage children’s literacy and math skills. “Because there us no one teaching model or strategy that works for all learning situations”, review the app to decide if the software provides consistency with your curriculum and learning outcomes (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p. Is the software consistent with the curriculum and learning outcomes (Goyne, McDonough, & Padgett, 2000, p.
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