Week Three--Types of Software

Drill and Practice--Allows the learner to work out problems and get feedback. Example:Math.com URL--http://www.math.com/students/practice.html Tutorial--Simulates a human tutor. This type of software instructs and teaches an activity, much like the teacher in a classroom. Example: MathTutor URL--http://www.mathtutor.com/ Simulation--Models real systems, or imaginary, to show the systems work and to demonstrate underlying concepts. Example: COMSOL Multiphysics URL--http://www.comsol.com/products/multiphysics/ Instructional Game--Increases the motivation of the student/learner by adding games to regular drills or simulations. Example:Laureate Learning URL--http://www.laureatelearning.com/products/category/games.html Problem solving--Helps with acquiring problem solving skills for the learner. Also, teaches the steps involved in problem solving. Example:Universal Math Solver URL--http://download.cnet.com/Universal-Math-Solver/3000-2053_4-75211021.html