This document discusses different types of software used in education. It defines system software as programs that control computer operations and serve as the interface between users, applications, and hardware. Operating systems are a type of system software that coordinate computer hardware and allow running of application software. Popular operating systems discussed include Windows, Mac OS X, iOS, Android, and Blackberry OS. The document also outlines different types of application software used in schools for instruction, drills, simulations, games, and assisting students with special needs.

1. What’s Your Message?
LAGUNA COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ARTS
Marivel M. De Guzman
(Educational Technology 2)
SOFTWARE for
EDUCATORS & STUDENTS

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SYSTEM SOFTWARE
consist of programs that control the
operation of the computer and its
devices.
serves as the interface between the
user, the application software and
the hardware.

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SYSTEM SOFTWARE
HARDWARE
USERAPPLICATION
SOFTWARE
SS
System
Software

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OPERATING SOFTWARE
 is one type of system software which
contains instructions that coordinate
all of the activities of the computer
hardware devices.
 contains instructions that allow the
user to run the application software.

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The Different Operating Systems
1. Stand-Alone Operating Systems
- it is a complete operating system that
works on a desktop computer,
notebook computer or mobile
computing device.
•Microsoft windows & MAC OS X

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The Different Operating Systems
2. Embedded Operating Systems
- this kind of operating system resides in
an internal chip rather than a hard
drive.
- this is the operating system used on
mobile devices.

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Embedded Operating Systems
- this allow users to interact with the
device by tapping, swiping or sliding
fingers.
- different apps being enjoyed by many
is thru embedded operating system.

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3 Most Popular Embedded Operating
Systems
1. iOS
2. Google Android
3. Blackberry OS

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3. Emerging Operating System
- This is based on Google Android which
is designed to work exclusively with
web-based and cloud-based
applications and to run on Chrome
book computers.

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Application Software
This application software/program can be used
for the following purposes:
- as a productivity/business tool
- create graphics and multimedia projects
- support school and professional activities
- help individuals with home and personal
activities
- facilitate communication

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Illustration how application software is run with the help of system
software.
Upon booting up the computer unit, the operating system
starts to work. The operating system loads into the memory
of the computer and displays the desktop on the screen.
Select a specific application program to work on from the
start menu. In this step, you are instructing the operating
system of the application program you want to work on.
Create a document using the selected application software.
Do, edit, copy, save, print, etc. You can do all this with the
application software with the aid of the operating system.

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Types of Software Applications Used in
SchoolsInstruction Software
- Teaches the users about new concepts. This
usually offers pretest, post test, drill and
practice. Eg. #ESC515
Drill & Practice Software
- Provides exercises in which students work on
items one at a time and receive feedback on
their correctness. Eg. IXL Maths

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Simulations
- Provides a life-like scenario & experiences to
students with the use of computers. Eg.
Volcano Explorer
Instructional Games
- Make learning fun and motivating via the
challenge of competition. Eg. Spelling City

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Problem Solving Software
- Provides opportunities to practice solving
various kinds of content area problems. Eg.
The Detective’s Notebook Game
Special Needs Software
- This is design specially for students with
learning disabilities to assist them carrying
out school tasks. Eg. Big Calc, iComm

15. Thank You!!!
“Technology is just a tool.
In terms of getting the kids
working together & motivating them,
the teacher is the most important
factor.”
- Bill Gates
“Technology is just a tool.
In terms of getting the kids
working together & motivating them,
the teacher is the most important
factor.”
- Bill Gates