Title: The Animals
Overall Rating:
A
Source: The Software Tools Inc.
Playing Time: Students can spend hours
with this program
Date: 1993
Cost: $
Number of Players: 1
Special Equipment/Facilities Needed: Cd-Rom
Subject Area: Science
Objectives: The students will learn about
the different animals and the San Diego Zoo
Brief Description: This software allows
children to explore the San Diego zoo, all of its animals and view real
video clips
Entry Capabilities Required: Reading ability
Rating: (1-5)
Relevance to objectives: 5 ( Very extensive
information on various animals)
Provides practice of relevant skills:
4 ( Allows students to learn about animals of their choice.)
Likely to arouse/maintain interest: 5
( Fabulous pictures and sound)
Likely to be comprehended clearly: 4 (
Will be more comprehendable for middle school aged studntes and up)
Technical quality (durable, attractive):
5 ( Lots of video clips and great sound bites)
Game: Winning dependent on player actions (rather
than chance): N/A
Simulation: Validity of game model (realistic,
accurate depiction): N/A
Evidence of effectiveness (e.g. field-test results):
N/A
Clear directions for play: The program
is very easy to go through
Effectiveness of debriefing:
N/A
Strong Points:
Each animal has several pictures and lots of interesting and relevant information.
You can go back to the main menu at any time, and that is always a bonus
Weak Points:
It's age appropriateness. It is a great program, but it would be
better if elementary age children could use it.
Reviewer: Brian Keilman
Position: Student
Date: 3/25/99
Computer System Reviewed on: Macintosh
PowerPC 6500/250, 32mb ram.