Step 1: Feasibility

_____ Will the software run on your computer?

_____ Will the software run on your network?

_____ What is the platform (machine type)?

_____ Can the software be made available to many students?

_____ Access via the Internet?

_____ Can you afford it?

Step 2: Quality

I. Program content

_____ What is the goal of the program, and is it consistent with yours and that of your students?

_____ Is the level appropriate?

_____ Is the content accurate?

_____ Is the material culturally appropriate?

_____ Will the program accommodate the learning styles and preferences of your students?

_____ Is the program interesting?

_____ How flexible is the program?

II. Program format

_____ Is the screen display effective?

_____ In the case of drill programs, how effective are the "motivational devices?"

III. Operation of the program

_____ Is it easy to use? Are task and directions clear?

_____ Does it have print capability?

_____ How much control are the learners allowed?

_____ How much interactivity does the program offer?

_____ What is the quality/degree of feedback?

_____ What kind of record-keeping does it have?