- Problem solving software is sometimes associated with
the cognitive learning theory because students are explicitly taught
specific cognitive strategies to solve the problem instead of solving it
for them. With comparison to the drill and practice exercise, it is
much more sophisticated type of learning where the function of the
computer is to present fairly complex problems in which students can
learn or either improve their problem solving skills. Problem solving
programs are designed to promote student's 'high thinking skills' such
as logic, reasoning, pattern recognition and strategies rather than
simply presenting problems that can be simply solved through simple
memorization. It is a interactive program where the students are given
opportunities to interact and move one step ahead of the initial
stage(trial-and-error) to more logical and systematic thinking
processes. Problem solving software and simulation are somewhat similar
because both of these places the students in a situation where they are
often needed to manipulate variables, but problem solving software is
generally category for teaching problem solving strategies where as
simulation attempts to model real-life situations.
- Multimedia encyclopaedia store database
with full text, still images, animation, audio and video. Students can
use the multimedia encyclopaedia to access any sort of desired
information by searching from the vast contents in the encyclopaedia and
even download relevant data.
- Electronic books usually presents textual
information for reading, but are supplemented with other types of
multimedia information such as sounds, spoken voices, pictures and animations.
It can be used as tutor to learn,read, spell words and to practice other
word skills.
