Computer Based Learning - Benefits, Uses, Potential and Pitfalls

     Description

     This product is an A4 booklet covering the advantages and
     disadvantages of computer based learning.

     Target audience

     The booklet is intended for people who want to begin to use
     computer based learning (CBL).  However, it has many details
     that may be useful for anyone already using CBL.

     Objectives

     The booklet is intended to guide the reader through some of
     the implications of using CBL.  It will help the reader to
     establish what are the advantages and disadvantages for both
     students and teachers.

     Contents

     The booklet contains the many different forms of CBL, why CBL
     is an innovative and benficial teaching method, and the
     problems associated with all forms of CBL, including areas
     such as equipment and finance.

     Producer

     This booklet was written by Mr John Edwards at the Educational
     Technology Service, University of Bristol, Royal Fort Annexe,
     Bristol, BS8 1UJ,  tel:  0272 303500, fax:  0272 255985,
     email:  ets@uk.ac.bristol.
     The work was funded by the Information Technology Training
     Initiative (ITTI).

     Order from

      Mrs Jean Burgan
      CVCP/ USDU,
      Level 6,
      University House
      Sheffield, S10 2NT
     Tel: 0742 725248
     Fax : 0742 728705
     e-mail j.burgan@sheffield.ac.uk

     Price to UK HE :  3 pounds
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