Computer-based instruction (CBI) has been depicted as being of limited success; its primary area of success is described as teaching about computers and computer use. Regardless of the accuracy of this viewpoint, it points to a need for improving the design of CBI. This paper outlines how techniques of function allocation can be used in designing CBI. Examples of employing the techniques are presented, with highlights of evaluation studies.
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