Guidelines for reviewers
This is a generic set of guidelines which can be applied
to books or digital resources. Please note the use of the word "guidelines":
they are not meant to be a straitjacket!
General points
Length: 750 to 1000 words.
Use:
Please base review on real use wherever possible, eg use by children in a
classroom.
Include:
your name, brief biographical details and a photo if possible, plus anything
you wish to promote, such as a website.
Points
to consider about the product
Product
name, supplier or website, price range and system requirements where
appropriate.
Will users be able to understand it?
Layout.
Accuracy.
Does it meet the National Curriculum, NETSS or other requirements?
Suitability
(for age range, course, etc).
Is it interesting?
Is it challenging?
Are the tasks realistic for its intended audience?
Is it good value for money?
What is the printed documentation like?
Is the on-line help good?
Does it meet equal access requirements?
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