Evaluating Educational Software

Tux Math
By Alicia Hendrick and Katie Wihak

Compatability: Very compatiable with pc's and Mac's

Function: Easy to use, Fun, engaging.

Grade/level specfic: Not really grade level specific. Good for math skills in middle years. Or for a tutor to develope better math skills for any level.

Practical: Very practical, Helps you to learn math skills without doing homework assignments or learning directly from the teacher. Can be learned at home.

Engaging: It is not only engaging, it is addictive. Keeps students interested easily

Skills or Knowledge: Mathematical skills; addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication. You do not even realize you are learning math skills.

Aesthetics: Aesthetically appealing, colours keep you interested, interesting graphics (cartoon) that keep students engaged.

Price: Free to download.

Possible problems: Students may become competitive.