2. 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)
3. 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.
4. Methods of Delivery Drill-and-Practice Tutorial Simulation
Activities Games Discovery Problem Solving
5. 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)
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. Computer Assisted Instruction Some CAI sites for you to
check out: http://www.inspiration.com/ http://www.aplusmath.com/
http://www.coolmath4kids.com/