EDU 649 Week 5 - Discussion 1

  

Ashford 6: - Week 5 - Discussion 1

Computer Assisted Instruction (CAI)

  

   CAI can be applied in a variety of ways to promote student learning and   increase productivity. Exploring the variety of tools at the following   websites:

• Adobe 
• HyperStudio
• Hypermedia        Technology Resources
• Interactive Educational Simulations
• SuccessMaker 
• The Teacher Tap:        Professional Development Resources for Educators 

   Then complete/answer the following: 

• Create a learning activity        that incorporates CAI, a productivity tool or multimedia/hypermedia. 
• Identify the learning need        that will be addressed and the software tool you will incorporate that        will meet the need. 
• What are some of the        potential management issues that may occur? 
• What are the benefits and        limitations of using computers to promote student learning through        computer assisted instruction, use of productivity tools, and        development of multimedia/hypermedia. 
• How would you evaluate the        effectiveness of the approach?

   Your initial response is due by Thursday, Day 3. Respond to at least two of   your classmates’ posts by Monday, Day 7. Your claims should be supported by   assigned readings and/or other academic resources.