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Barriers to the Use of Computer Assisted Learning
Author(s) -
Jones Ann,
O'Shea Tim
Publication year - 1982
Publication title -
british journal of educational technology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.79
H-Index - 95
eISSN - 1467-8535
pISSN - 0007-1013
DOI - 10.1111/j.1467-8535.1982.tb00441.x
Subject(s) - computer assisted learning , variety (cybernetics) , computer science , computer assisted instruction , interface (matter) , human–computer interaction , educational technology , distance education , open learning , multimedia , teaching method , artificial intelligence , mathematics education , psychology , cooperative learning , bubble , maximum bubble pressure method , parallel computing
This paper summarizes the results of a recent evaluation study on the use of computer assisted learning at the Open University. Our main finding is that students have a realistic view of the educational benefits of computer assisted learning and also of the practical problems associated with its use. These include: physical access, a variety of user interface standards and frustrating computer experiences leading to a fear of its use. We conclude by making some recommendations which would allow computer assisted learning to achieve its potential in the Open University and in distance learning generally.