THE EFFECT OF COMPUTER ASSISTED INSTRUCTION MATERIAL AS EACHING AID ON CHEMISTRY LEARNING OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

In the contemporary era, use of computer applications in teaching field is approved. Present study investigates the potential of Computer Assisted Instruction Material as teaching aid in comparison with traditional lecture method. Two groups of 15 students were set for the study of chemistry. One set was for lecture method while other was for CAI (Computer Assisted Instruction) material method. Achievement of students was compared through evaluation of pre, post and additional tests. Pre and post test probes the information and understanding level while additional test probes understanding and application level, of the subject. Statistical analysis of data obtained implies that use of CAI material has more potential than lecture method. In the additional test, use of CAI material has shown progressive effect but at the same time improvement in the performance of control group is noticeable. In conclusion, for achieving good results at all the three levels viz. information, understanding and application, hybrid instruction method comprising of traditional lecture and CAI method can prove to be best. Keywords: chemistry education; chemistry knowledge; chemistry awareness; computer-assisted education