Computers can teach at any level of learning, from knowledge & comprehension up through application, analysis & synthesis. They can be programmed to teach problem solving & decision making. One of the biggest advantages of computers over most of other audiovisual technologies is that students are an active participant in the learning process, able to manipulate information, take action to various situations & use trial & error
2. COMPUTER ASSISTED INSTRUCTION
Computer assisted instruction are the broadcast terms and can
virtually refer to any kind of computer use in education setting.
CAI is commonly referred by use of computer for teaching –
learning activites.
Computer influence every sphere of human activity and bring
many changes in education, health care, scientific research,
social sciences, law, music and painting.
INTRODUCTION-
3. DEFINITIONS
Computer Assisted Instruction (CAI) is defined as the use
of computers and software applications to teach concepts or
skills.
OR
A self-learning technique, usually offline/online, involving
the interaction of students with programmed instructional
materials.
4. TYPES OF CAI
Drill and Practice
Tutorial
Simulation
Instructional Game
Problem Solving
5. DRILLAND PRACTICE METHOD
In this format, the students have already learned certain
information, either through computer programmes or other
teaching methods.
This mode particularly lends itself to teaching mathematical
calculations.
The computer programme tells students whether the
answers are correct & may go so far as to diagnose the
problem if the answers are incorrect.
Provide opportunities for students to repeatedly practice the
skills that they have previously learned and further practice
necessary for mastery .
6. TUTORIAL MODE
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.
At the same time the students may find the tutorials more
interesting and fun than the instructor’s lecture.
7. SIMULATION
Realistic situation for role playing
High level of interest is maintained throughout
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.
8. GAME MODE
Game software often creates a contest to achieve the
highest score and either beat others or beat the computer.
The extend of learning depends on the type of game. E.g.
Games on spelling’s, name of places and general
knowledge
9. PROBLEM SOLVING
This type of CAI focuses on the process of finding in
answer to a problem rather than answer itself.
Here the students are provided such programmes that can
make them think about the ways and means
of solving the problem systematically.
10. ADVANTAGES OF CAI
One-to-one interaction
Great motivator
Freedom to experiment with different options
Instantaneous response/immediate feedback
Self pacing - allow students to proceed at their own pace
Self-directed learning – students can decide when, where, and
what to learn
Multimedia helps to understand difficult concepts through
multi-sensory approach
11. LIMITATIONS OF CAI
May feel overwhelmed by the information and resources
available
Over use of multimedia may divert the attention from the
content
Learning becomes too mechanical
Equipments and software can be costly
Development takes time and money
Produce mental and physical fatigue
14. REFRENCES
Jaspreet Kaur Sodhi “Comprehensive Textbook of
Nursing Education” First edition 2017, published by
jaypee brothers medical publishers.
Nima Bhasker, “Textbook of Nursing Education”,
2nd Edition, 2017, EMMESS Medical Publishers
Shebeer P.Basheer; “Textbook of Nursing
Education”; First Edition (2015), EMMESS Medical
Publishers.