Computer application in secondary education
- 1. Computer Application in Secondary Education Computer application are used in various educational institutes like Schools,Colleges and Universities. Compter based testing Onling Testing Virtual classroom Definition of computer based testing computer based exams or tests are the exams conducted through the computer instead of paper and pencil format. Importance of computer based learning 1.It is cost - effectiveness. 2.Examiners and Examinees doesnot need ink and paper so it saves cost. 3.In some listening tests the use of headphone for the listening elements of tests means the examineers can adjust the volume to suit individual needs. 4.self directed learning .example :mock online testing. 5.Teacher can give individual attention towards students. 6.useful for self- assessment Features 1.Security. 2.Unique tests. 3.Paper testing with optical mark recognition. 4.internationalization. 5.cannot be turned off untill exam will over 6.Pop-up glossary. Challenges of computer -based testing 1.Implementation of cAA(computer -assisted assessment) system can be costly. 2.Hardware and software must be carefully monitored to avoid failure during examination. 3.Security issues can be a problem in web based cAA(computer-assisted assessment) 4. Decrease the amount of human interaction and there no good relationship between teachers and students. 5.Lack of infrastructural facilities ,equipment,power outage. Concept of online testing online exam online examination or testing is conducting a test online to measure the knowledge of the participants on a given topic with online examination students can do the own device .your online test need a browser and internet connection. Advantages of online Examination 1.Physical presence at a given location is absolutely not necessary students can sit and write exam at any where. 2.Result are available instantly or at spot. 3.user friendly. 4.Exams can assembled and previewed edited and published instantly. 5.No time is spent on evaluation. 6.Available at a reduced cost. 7.can be easily assessed the test if you have internet connection . Features of online Examination 1.Easy to use ,powerful,online exam designer like can create any type of quiz ,test or exam. 2.Multi language. 3.use rich text and images. 4.Random selection of pages and question. 5.Navigation during exam(you can allow user to go back and for the among the pages during exam) 6.Advanced time management (exam can be both time free or time limited) Issues 1.Internet connectivity is still a huge problem in rural and remote areas and in case of concurrent number of exam. 2.An online exam is conducted across multiple location .it is essential that communication with remote candidates doubts or queries regarding any process. 3. online examination process security is one of the critical challenges. 4.vary difficult to live chart with candidate during the candidate appearing for the exam. Concept of Virtual Classroom A Virtual classroom is an online learning environment that allows for live interaction between the tutor and student as they partipating in liearning activities. Benefits of Virtual classroom 1.Immediate feedback. 2.increase participation and engagement example:mooc 3.Affordable course work can be completed at anywhere,anytime. 4.Affordable. 5.Immediate feedback on exams and tests Features 1.secure live streaming . 2.server -side recording. 3.Live screen sharing. 4.Advanced interactive whiteboard Issues 1.virtual learners are often exposed to the flaws of internet 2.Lack of motivation. 3.lack of interaction. 4.Un preparedness 5.Online learners are sometimes hindered by use of technology Guided by Dr .Sushma N Jogan Assistant Professor in Department of Education at VSKU Ballari CC by Nandini U.C M.Ed Second sem