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III. A Authoring Langauge Check Sheet
Note: This tool was created in 1996, practically the dark ages, and we would caution against putting too much weight in the answers. It is left here for archival purposes as we pledge to never leave dead links if possible.
You have decided that the computer is the best media for your porject- what kind of software should you choose? We cannot recommend specific brand names, but can help you decide from the different types available.

Answer the question below and then use the "Submit" button at the bottom to our suggested choice of media. From there you will find links to further help you on your project.


How much time do you have for production?
Lots 2 weeks+ Lots 1 week+ 1 week
Few days Couple of days Tomorrow

How much money do you have for production?
Lots Some Little

How's your programming skills?
Pretty good I'm okay with if-then, gosub, loops None, but interested None

Do you have someone familiar with programming to help you?
Often Yes Some help No

Does your project present data in a sequential manner?
No Yes

Is your interface more like an electronic textbook or video game?
video game electronic textbook

Do you have screens that show changing graphics, e.g., animated bar charts?
Yes No

Does the program need to keep track of student responses?
Yes Some No

If you've seen a program like the one you want, which kind of software was used to create it?
Programming Language Authoring Language Icon-based Authoring
Presentation Software Front-end/template Turn-Key/Off-the-shelf

Are the screens you need consistent is size and layout?
No Yes

Do you want to have multiple windows on the screen?
Yes No

Will you be doing updates to the program regularly?
No Yes

Is speed critical, like for animations, sorting, or graphing?
Yes No

What's your feeling about programming?
Love the power and challenge Like it Sounds interesting I want to avoid it
It sounds scary Not interested

Do you want your project to be just the way you want it?
Yes I can compromise I'm not that picky No



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