Assignment on computer assisted learning by Nasir..-converted
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Computer assisted learning
Tutorial
• Tutorial software presents concepts or skills and
then gives students the opportunity to practice
them as compared to Drill and practice software
which does not include a teaching component.
• Tutorials may be linear or non-linear (where they
can branch off in one of several directions based on
interest or need). Older software is more likely to be
linear in nature. branch off in one of several
directions based on interest or need)
Problem Solving
• Problem solving software allows learners to
see the results of their reactions to various
events.
Learners manipulate variables, and feedback is
provided based on these manipulations.
• Problem solving software does not necessarily
utilize realistic scenarios. For example, in the
Carmen San Diego series, the student flies
around the world getting clues to try to track
down a criminal. The process is contrived,
although students develop problem solving
skills and learn geography at the same time.
• There is a lot of power to using problem solving
applications in the classroom, provided they
match the curriculum. It is sometimes
otherwise difficult to provide feedback based
on individual choices students without the
computer
Stimulation
• A simulation is a representation or model of a
real event, object, or phenomenon where
learners can see the results of their actions.
Sometimes it is not practical or feasible to do
the real thing, so a simulation is used to
provide experiences that otherwise would be
denied. The difference between simulation
software and problem-solving software is that
simulation software deals with realistic
situations.
• This is a very powerful application of
computers and the educational community can
capitalize on this type of software. Students are
given the power to manipulate aspects of
models or situations. They see the results of
their decisions immediately.
• Simulation and problem-solving software
address higher-order thinking skills.
Tool Software
• Tool software is the most prevalent computer
application used in education right now. It
encompasses all software that can be used as a
tool for student learning.
• Word processors, desktop publishing packages,
spreadsheets, data bases, graphics programs,
telecommunications software, and multimedia
software are samples of tool software.
• Tool software is cost effective because it can be
purchased for a wide range of grade levels and
content areas. Both students and teachers can
use the software
Computer Programming
• This used to be a big category of computer use in
the schools, but the Emphasis on programming
skills has decreased significantly. Many schools no
Longer even offer programming classes, but instead
are teaching students to use Multimedia and other
computer tools.
• Logo is still taught, especially for its value in helping
students understand Mathematics. It is a
programming language that is not used outside of
education.
Advantages
• Reduced the work load of teaching. Improve
motivation
• Reach the large audience
• Multiple dimensional learning
• Promote interactive learning
• Builds confidence among students.
• Provide immediate feedback
Disadvantages
• It is a mechanical approach Mental and physical
fatigueIt
• It is very expensive
• None effective for some applications (e.g.
reasoning)
• Lack of infrastructure
• Lack of knowledge
• Lack of computer literacy
Setting to use computer assisted
learning
• Home- educational CD’s, distant education, WWW
educational sites
• Schools- videos, educational CD’s, distant
education, simulation activities
• Computer labs– web, interactive software CD’s
• Organizations– web, teleconferencing, annual
mandatory’s, HR / training Modules
• Hospitals- patient simulation models, skill CD’s,
telehealth
• Testing centres– computer testing modules (CRNP
exam!!!!)
• Senior centres– health CD’s, videos, WWW
educational sites
• Libraries– reading activity CD’s, videos, interactive
educational program.