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Simulations – software that simulates what could be done in reality, such as flying a plane. |
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Learning area-specific content and skills – this may overlap with other categories, but the concepts would be specific to learning areas rather than general cognitive or basic skills. |
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Repetition and practice – sometimes known as drill and practice, providing a high number of repetitive tasks to develop mastery. |
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General reference and informational CDs |
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Predominantly print resources that have limited CD resources. |
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Quite often, software packages will demonstrate a combination of the characteristics listed above. For example, many programmes have built-in assessment; many basic skills development programmes include repetition and practice.
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