Computer-aided instruction has been around for *decades*
What is the difference between an intelligent tutoring system and computer-aided
instruction?
VanLehn (2011) focuses differentiation on the row in italics, but there can be other differences too
| ITS | CAI |
|---|---|
| Can have adaptive curriculum, at minimum mastery learning | Everyone gets same order of materials |
| Simple or complex feedback on answers | Simple feedback on answers |
| Can break down problems into steps | Feedback at level of entire problem |
| Complex/dynamic tutorial/pedagogical strategies | Single, simple tutorial strategy |
| Complex/dynamic motivational/affective strategies | No motivational/affective support (except maybe gamification rewards) |
| Can use sophisticated scaffolding | No scaffolding |
| Can have complex answers (including natural language or processes) | Simple single answer |