ABSTRACT
The author is with the School of Computer Science and Statistics, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland.
12.1 INTRODUCTION The use of a computer to help in the education process has been around for many years. Computer-based training (CBT) was introduced over 25 years ago where a student could use a computer and work though educational material on a screen with some feedback on performance. This has developed into sophisticated E-learning functionality that attempts to replicate the classroom environment. Education is changing today because of technological advances, and the skills expected of teachers have increased dramatically. Digital literacy is essential to enable the teacher to communicate with students and to allow them to benefit from the different forms of education delivery. According to the 1996 Report on Technology and Education in the United States, digital (technological) literacy “is using the powerful learning opportunities afforded by technology to increase learning in academic subjects and increase students’ skills” [1].
