A view of the research on the efficacy of CAI.
Jenks, M.S. & Springer, J.M.. This review on computer-assisted instruction (CAI) addresses three major issues concerning its efficacy: (a) an aging body of literature; (b) the greater effectiveness of using CAI as a supplement to conventional instruction; and (c) the alleged superiority of CAI over conventional instruction. Electronic Journal for the Integration of Technology in Education 1(2), 43-58, 2002. |
An Introduction to Computer Based Instruction.
Brown, T. Provides a brief overview of the related terminology and differentiates among the traditional types of computer-based instruction, i.e., Drill and Practice, Tutorials, Games and Simulation and Modeling. |
Computer assisted learning in undergraduate medical education.
Greenhalgh, T. A variety of factors are encouraging medical schools to adopt and use computer assisted learning. Successful implementation will require cultural change as well as careful strategic planning, resource sharing, staff incentives, active promotion of multidisciplinary working, and effective quality control. |
Computer-Assisted Instruction.
Cotton, K.. A comprehensive review of the literature on the effectiveness of computer-assisted instruction at all age and educational levels. Analysis is based on 59 research reports (28 original studies, 22 reviews, and 9 meta-analyses). |
Computer-Based Instruction.
Dowd, S.B. & Bower, R.. Topics include: Advantages of Computer-Based Instruction; Computer-Assisted Instructional Methods (Tutorials, Drill-and-Practice, Simulations and Games, Utility/Problem Solving); Computer-Managed Instruction and Videodisc- and CD-ROM-based Instruction. Previously published in Radiologic Technology, 66, 4, 247-252, 1995. |
Development Tools.
Davies, P & Brailsford, T. Provides an overview of the tools used to develop computer-based learning programs, including 3GLs, visual programming languages, card-based authoring systems, iconic programming languages, extended productivity tools, and hypertext wordprocessors. |
Multimedia for Educational Use.
Barotfi, A.. Reviews the most common platforms for multimedia applications and main components of Computer-Based Instruction. Also includes a discussion of the black box model of multimedia-based teletraining. Published in Periodica Polytechnica Ser. Soc. Man. Sci., 8(1): 17-26, 2000. |
Selecting and Implementing Computer-Based Training.
Bixler, B & Bergman, T. Providers an overview of Computer-Based Training (CBT) , including techniques, features and benefits. Emphasis is on the selection of CBT product using an explicit set of checklist criteria. Business-oriented but an excellent resource for determining whether CBT is the best method to meet a specific training need. |
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