Index of Workplace & Adult Basic Skills Software.

This index of workplace and adult basic skills computer software includes 108 listings. Each listing is described according to the following classifications: (1) teacher/tutor tools (customizable or mini-authoring systems); (2) assessment and skills; (3) content; (4) instruction method; (5) system requirements; and (6) name, address, and phone number of publisher/distributor. A list of the 37 publishers/distributors is included. There are eight assessment and skill categories: (1) math; (2) reading, decoding, and structural analysis; (3) reading and comprehension; (4) writing and grammar; (5) writing and composing; (6) vocabulary, spelling, and meaning; (7) problem solving; and (8) complete basic skills program. Content areas include general basic skills content, workplace basic skills, job-domain related, job search and career, and English as a Second Language. Instruction methods include drill and practice, tutorial, simulation, and games and puzzles. System requirements include Apple, IBM, Tandy, Commodore, TRS-80, and Macintosh. (NLA)