Computer-Aided Instruction

CHAPTER I

Introduction

This chapter presents the project context, purpose and description, general and specific objectives, significance of the study, definition of terms, and scope and limitation of the proposed system. Due to the continuous demand of computer advancement in our society, many institutions cope to upgrade their methods of teaching.

Rationale

There is no question that computers are important technical tools in today's society. In education, computers can assist the student in learning. CAI is a system which utilizes the techniques of expert systems and artificial intelligence to help a person learn interactively. The basic view of these systems is that they serve as the student's private tutor, responding to the student's individual needs and specifically establish a computerized learning system.

Project Context

CAI System has changed the structure of the classroom; the teacher is no longer the focal point of classroom activity. Rather, he serves as a guide for the student as he learns the material. Current trends also tend to support using such systems as an instructional aide in teaching Visual basic. This has meant reorganizing the structure of the classroom. Each student and instructor has access to a terminal, and the time periods are restructured to allow for the use of this technology. Most of the systems developed were designed to teach technical subjects. Current research indicates that such systems are successful in that the student learns the logic behind a particular concept. It is hoped that these logical thinking skills that are developed can be transferred to other subject areas. It should be noted that most of the studies were conducted with highly motivated students; many systems were designed for this type of student. In concept, this type of individualized instruction is well suited for the unmotivated and slow learner. To use this system for these types of students, CAI system will require modifications of the...