Computer-assisted learning in UK engineering degree programmes: lessons learned from an extensive case study programme

This paper gives a synopsis of an extensive programme of case studies on real uses of computer-assisted learning (CAL) materials within UK engineering degree programmes. The programme was conducted between 2000 and 2003 and followed a questionnaire-based survey looking at CAL use in the UK and in Australia. The synopsis reveals a number of key messages for academic tutors and authors including students' enthusiasm for notes, self-tests and features to aid visualisation. Publishers should also consider pricing and licensing arrangements suited to the individual user. Cet article donne une synthese exhaustive des etudes de cas concernant l'utilisation concrete des logiciels d'enseignement assiste par ordinateur (EAO) dans les etudes d'ingenieur au Royaume Uni. Ces etudes, conduites entre 2000 et 2003, sont basees sur l'analyse de questionnaires concernant l'utilisation de l'EAO au Royaume Uni et en Australie. La synthese revele un certain nombre de points cles destines au corps enseignant et aux auteurs, do...