INFLUENCE OF COMPUTER AIDED INSTRUCTION (CAI) ON STUDENTS' ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN WOODWORK TECHNOLOGY
Keywords:
computer-aided instruction, academic performance and woodwork technologyAbstract
This study examined the influence of computer aided instruction (CAI) on students’ academic performance in woodwork technology. Computer aided instruction (CAI) are constructivist in nature; hence, it promotes cognitive development and active learning, which in turn enhances performance. Historically, the teaching of woodwork technology has been far from what has been expected. Teaching approaches in woodwork technology have not adopted computer based learning instructions. Therefore, it is important that the teaching of woodwork technology must develop both mental and manual skills in students. However, the study emphasized the significance and benefits of employing CAI computer-aided instruction to improve the instructional process in the teaching and learning of woodwork technology. Furthermore, the benefits of CAI as well as its use for improving students’ academic performance in woodwork technology, were discussed. Additionally, this paper recommends, among others, that, for effective teaching and learning activities, the usage of CAI for instructional facilitation for woodwork technology and other vocational and technical subjects/courses should be made mandatory.References
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