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Computer Assisted Instruction
Project “A” HRD 860Nancy D. Dowdle
Computer Assisted Instruction
Referred to as CAI Term often used interchangeably with
Computer-Based Instruction (CBI), Web Based Instruction (WBI), Computer-Assisted Learning (CAL), Computer-Enriched Instruction (CEI), and Web Based Training (WBT)
Computer Assisted Instruction Computer-assisted
instruction (CAI) is an interactive instructional technique whereby a computer is used to present the instructional material and monitor the learning that takes place.
Methods of Delivery
Drill-and-Practice Tutorial Simulation Activities Games Discovery Problem Solving
Drill-and-Practice
Opportunity for the learner to practice material an unlimited number of times
Material being practiced often presented before the training session
Best method for material that requires repeated practice to master (ex: multiplication tables)
Tutorial
Combines presentation of material with drill-and-practice, games, or a simulation to emphasize material and assist in learning
Most popular method of Computer Assisted Instruction
Games
Games use the instructional material to create a contest for the learner
The learner can compete against his own personal best, the computer, or other learners while mastering the material
Simulation
Provides a real-life scenario with the material to be learned being applied as it would in the real world
Simulation provides safety of learning environment
Discovery
Provides the learner with an opportunity to draw his own conclusions
Presents learner with a wealth of material on a topic and allows the learner to seek answers on his own
Problem Solving
Problem solving presents material in such a way as to develop problem solving rationale
Mainly used in children to develop problem solving skills
Tools for Designing CAI
Text Audio Video Multiple-choice Problems Immediate Feedback Exercises Tests Chat sessions Webcams
Pros of Computer Assisted Instruction
One-on-one interaction Freedom to experiment with learning options Immediate Feedback Self-pacing Privacy for shy/slow learners Learners have been found to learn more and
more rapidly Multimedia provides a variety of formats to
present difficult material Self-directed learning allows learners to decide
when, where and what to learn
Cons of Computer Assisted Instruction
Learner may feel overwhelmed at the volume of material presented
Overuse of multimedia can detract from intended learning objectives
Inability to ask a “person” a question when material is not understood
Equipment can malfunction Lack of good CAI packages or lack of
infrastructure to deliver CAI
What Kind of Learners Benefit?
Independent Self-motivated Enjoy receiving frequent feedback
What Kind of Learners Need Tailored CAI Tools?
Less motivated learners Those who require a lot of human
interaction Learners who are distracted easily
Computer Assisted Instruction
Some CAI sites for you to check out: http://www.inspiration.com/ http://www.aplusmath.com/ http://www.coolmath4kids.com/
Nancy D Dowdle HRD 860 Dr. Bronack Project A nancy_dowdle@hotmail.com
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