Assimilatory Tools for Informal Learning: Prospects in ICAI.

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Title: Assimilatory Tools for Informal Learning: Prospects in ICAI.
Language: English
Authors: Duchastel, Philip
Source: Instructional Science. 1990 19(1):3-9.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 7
Publication Date: 1990
Document Type: Journal Articles
Opinion Papers
Descriptors: Cognitive Psychology, Computer System Design, Information Science, Learner Controlled Instruction, Learning Processes
ISSN: 0020-4277
Abstract: Discussion of cognitive psychology focuses on two types of cognitive tools--power tools and assimilatory tools--which are geared to information acquisition. The distinction between accommodation and assimilation is explained, implications for the design of intelligent computer-assisted instruction (ICAI) are suggested, and the question of learner control is addressed. (14 references) (LRW)
Entry Date: 1991
Accession Number: EJ413731
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Discussion of cognitive psychology focuses on two types of cognitive tools--power tools and assimilatory tools--which are geared to information acquisition. The distinction between accommodation and assimilation is explained, implications for the design of intelligent computer-assisted instruction (ICAI) are suggested, and the question of learner control is addressed. (14 references) (LRW)
ISSN:0020-4277