Computer assisted instruction (CAI) uses computers to present educational material and monitor learning. It combines instruction with activities like drills, games, or simulations to reinforce learning. CAI is also known as computer-based instruction, web-based instruction, and other terms. Methods of CAI delivery include drill-and-practice, tutorials, simulations, games, discovery activities, and problem solving. CAI provides benefits like individualized learning, immediate feedback, and multimedia formats, but may overwhelm some learners or have technical issues. It is best suited for independent, self-motivated learners who enjoy feedback.

1. COMPUTER ASSISTED INSTRUCTION
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2. Computer Assisted Instruction
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3. 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

4. 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)

5. 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.

6. Methods of Delivery
• Drill-and-Practice
• Tutorial
• Simulation Activities
• Games
• Discovery
• Problem Solving

7. 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)

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. Tools for Designing CAI
• Text
• Audio
• Video
• Multiple-choice
• Problems
• Immediate Feedback
• Exercises
• Tests
• Chat sessions
• Webcams

12. 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

13. 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

14. What Kind of Learners Benefit?
• Independent
• Self-motivated
• Enjoy receiving frequent feedback

15. What Kind of Learners Need
Tailored CAI Tools?
• Less motivated learners
• Those who require a lot of human interaction
• Learners who are distracted easily

16. Computer Assisted Instruction
• Some CAI sites for you to check out:
• http://www.inspiration.com/
• http://www.aplusmath.com/
• http://www.coolmath4kids.com/

17. • Nancy D Dowdle
• HRD 860 Dr. Bronack
• Project A
• nancy_dowdle@hotmail.com