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Educational software evaluation process

J T Huber1, N B Giuse

  • 1Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37232-8340, USA.

Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association : JAMIA
|September 1, 1995
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center developed an educational software evaluation process. This systematic approach ensures timely acquisition recommendations by assessing content, technical aspects, and usability.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Informatics
  • Health Sciences Education
  • Digital Library Science

Background:

  • The increasing need for effective digital educational tools in medical settings.
  • Challenges in evaluating the quality and suitability of health informatics software.
  • The role of libraries in facilitating technology adoption within academic medical centers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the development and implementation of a structured software evaluation process.
  • To establish criteria for assessing educational software for acquisition.
  • To streamline the decision-making process for adopting new digital resources.

Main Methods:

  • Creation of a bi-level evaluation instrument by the Active Digital Library.
  • Assessment by content and technical experts focusing on subject coverage, clarity, construction, and usability.

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  • Utilization of a team-based approach incorporating existing evaluation forms and bug reports.

    • Main Results:

    • A defined process for educational software evaluation is now operational.
    • Key assessment criteria include subject matter breadth/depth, presentation clarity, construction quality, and ease of use.
    • The evaluation process supports informed and timely acquisition recommendations.

    Conclusions:

    • The implemented evaluation process enhances the systematic acquisition of high-quality educational software.
    • A team-based, multi-faceted assessment approach is effective for digital library resources.
    • This methodology facilitates informed decision-making in health sciences digital resource management.