is computer learning better than classroom teaching?

Answer 1

I've found that certain classes are easier to take on-line than in a classroom. It's really a matter of opinion and what works best for your schedule.

Answer 2

It totally depends on the person taking the class, the information learned in the class, and the person teaching the class. There really ARE some things that can be taught through a computer program rather than from a teacher, especially if the learner is intelligent and the information is relatively easy to learn. I've taken some pretty pointless classes (for me), and I'm sure I would have learned just as much (if not more) through a computer program. Don't get me wrong, for the most part teachers are a must (I AM one), but there are certain circumstances in which computers do a more efficient job than traditional classroom teaching.

Answer 3

In high school, I would opt for classroom learning every time. In a classroom, there is opportunity for questions and immediate feedback. Not only that, students can get help from each other which is not always possible via computer. And, that's not cheating. In how many other jobs is it against company policy to ask for help when having difficulties doing a task. Exams are individual, but up to that point, get help when and wherever you can.

In the end, it depends on what suits the student best. Remember, the teacher is there for the student. The student is not there to provide employment for the teacher.

Answer 4

No, There is nothing better than a live person in charge. One who can give immediate help. Usually it the person that's doing the teaching who has programed the computer to do the teaching.Human connection and reaction is best. But if you can't get into a classroom It's nice to have a second choice.

Answer 5

It can be if you're smart enough to know how to learn. Separating the useful data from the other stuff out there can be tricky and sometimes impossible. Be sure that what you're looking at isn't just someone's opinion and is in fact verified data. It's interesting to note, however, that I got my education by reading books, long before computers in the home even existed. At best computers are a tool and knowing how to use a tool properly is essential.

Answer 6

To each is own I guess but, I think the classroom environment is on balance a better learning environment.

Answer 7

Both are good depending on the material to be learned, the availability of the technology and the personality and experience of the teacher.

Answer 8

No, it has been proven to be a waste of money but still governments persist with the idea that spending millions of dollars on computers will improve education standards. It has not happened that way anywhere in the world.