Overview of using computers in education

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Overview of using computers in education

• Dr Wing Au
• School of Education
• University of South Australia
• Phone [phone]
• E-mail Wing.Au_at_unisa.edu.au

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Resistance

• Fears of teachers
• Lack of funds
• Lack of resources
• Conservative nature of educational institutions
• Lack of success in the past

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Robert Taylor's model
TOOL
TUTOR
TUTEE
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Model by Kemmis et al
Instructional
revelatory
conjectural
emancipatory
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Luerhmanns model

• Learning about computers
• Learning from computers
• Learning with computers
• Learning to think with computers
• Managing learning with computers

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Learning about computers

• An object of instruction

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Hardware
Software
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Hardware

• Machine level operation
• Computer Structures
• Electronic circuits

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Software

• Programming
• BASIC
• FORTRAN
• PASCAL
• C
• Logo
• Microworld
• PROLOG

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Learning from computers

• Programmed instruction
• Computer acting as tutors
• Computer assisted instruction (CAI)
• Computer based instruction (CBI)

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Design of software

• Rigorous logical analysis of subject matter
• Study of learning strategies
• Providing feedback
• Branching
• Keeping records

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Benefits of CAI

• One to one interaction
• Immediate feedback
• Small logical units
• Individual rate of learning
• Overlearning
• Freeing up teachers' time
• Comprehensive student records

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Common forms of CAI

• Drill and practice
• Tutorial

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Criticisms of CAI

• Dehumanize the educative process
• Lack of high quality software
• High cost of production
• High cost of implementation
• Unsound educational values

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Unsound educational values

• Pedagogically restrictive
• Narrow range of responses
• Trivialize important concepts
• Reinforce incorrect learning
• Unnecessary boring
• Machine controls the learner

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Learning about computers
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Learning with computers

• Word processor
• Desktop publishing
• Database
• Graphics
• Logo
• Music

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Learning with computers

• Spreadsheet
• Internet and Telecommunication
• Games
• Virtual reality
• Multimedia

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Benefits

• Control of the learning environment
• Integration into school curriculum
• Access to information and learning
• Development of higher order thinking skills
• Students construct their own learning

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Managing learning with computers

• Keep records of students' grades
• Statistical analysis
• Generate test questions
• Produce instructional materials
• Communication
• Search for teaching materials

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Managing learning with computers

• Exchange information
• Schedule timetables
• Create and maintain school budgets
• Keep student and staff records
• Maintain inventories
• Produce administrative materials