| Abstract: | Great claims have been made for the ability of information technology and computers to transform methods of teaching and learning in higher education. In order to assess the impact of such technology to date it is important to distinguish between different applications — specifically, computers as a teaching aid, computers as a means of delivering instruction, and computers as a learning tool. It is argued that information technology has had limited success in the first application, the second has produced few changes in traditional teaching practice, while student use of computers as a tool for learning has immense potential. Current applications of computers in university teaching are reviewed, achievements and problems examined, and conclusions are drawn about possible developments for the future. |
