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- What technical resources (e.g., server type and size, specifications of desktop computers, technical support staff) will be required to operate the software?
- Is the software compatible with the current software (e.g., administrative software products) and hardware (e.g., servers, desktop computers) we have in place?
- Is the software compatible with IBM-compatible and Macintosh computers?
- Can the software be used on a school- or district-wide network?
- How much training will users need to use the software proficiently? How much will training the staff cost?
- Can teachers input data from home?
- What features are in place to ensure that teachers do not lose data?
- What security features does the software have?
- Can students and parents access information about student progress using the software?
- Is the software designed specifically to facilitate keeping records about student progress on standards?
- Will the software allow you to import your state or district standards easily?
- Does the software allow the user to assign scores for multiple standards-based topics for an assessment?
- Does the software calculate overall grades? Can the method for calculating overall grades be changed? Can the teacher override the software?
- Can teachers use different grading scales (e.g., a 4-point rubric scale, percentages) to enter scores?
- What types of reports does the software offer? Are these customizable?
- What features of the software can a teacher, school, or district customize?
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