Robert Taylor

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Robert Taylors Theory of Computers in
Education1980
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Tool-Teacher Utilities-Applications

• Word Processing
• Data Bases
• Spreadsheets
• Grading Programs
• Presentation Programs

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Tutor- teaching the student
Drill and Practice Programs
Tutorial Programs-page turners
Simulation Programs
Problem solving Programs
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Tutor Advantages of teaching with computers
Perseverance
Provide Remediation
Student Motivation
Individualized Instruction
Provide Reinforcement
Patience
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Tutee- student teaches computer

• Computer Programming
• Logo
• Pascal
• C
• BASIC
• Hypermedia