Enhancing Teaching–Learning Process and Through CAI (Computer-assisted instruction)

Abstract

Traditional teaching and learning paradigms have been shaken by the impact of the integration of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). Computer programmes are interactive and can illustrate a concept through attractive animation, sound and demonstration. They allow students to progress at their own pace and work individually or solve problems in a group. “Computer-assisted instruction” (CAI) refers to instruction or remediation presented on a computer. Many educational computer programmes are available online and from computer stores and textbook companies. They enhance teacher instruction in several ways. A self-learning technique, usually offline/online, involving interaction of the student with programmed instructional materials. Computer-assisted instruction (CAI) is an interactive instructional technique whereby a computer is used to present the instructional material and monitor the learning that takes place. CAI uses a combination of text, graphics, sound and video in enhancing the learning process. The computer has many purposes in the classroom and it can be utilised to help a student in all areas of the curriculum. Reading computer programmes demonstrate concepts, instruct and remediate student errors and misunderstandings from pre-school through college. In this article researchers try to define and show usage and capabilities of CAI in learning and teaching process with reference to the Canadian context.