There is computer‐supported learning and cooperative learning at universities. There are also a few ‘virtual universities’. This paper links these three features in a way that reflects a vision of a future scenario for learners. The conclusions are based on the observation of the cooperative learning already taking place at Exeter University’s Computer Science Department.
In this paper we look at the evolutionary development of Computer Assisted Instruction from the early days of ‘linear programs’ up to the use of ‘expert systems’ in education and training. We present the basic principles of Intelligent Tutoring Systems (ITS) which are capable of rich interaction with the student, which know how to teach, and who and what they are teaching. We point out the need for knowledge representation formalisms which can support ITS and present one such formalism (production systems). In the framework presented we describe systems developed for the teaching of modern languages, electronic trouble shooting and computer programming. Finally we point out the shortcomings of ITS and identify areas where a consensus of opinion does not exist.
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