CHARACTERISTICS/ FEATURES OF PROGRAMMED INSTRUCTION
The following are the chief characteristics of Programmed instruction.
1. Individualized Instructional System:
Programmed learning is a method of individualized method of instruction. One person learns at a time. Information is provided according to individual's needs.
2. Logical Sequence of the Material:
The instructional material is presented in a logical sequence. Each new step follows logically each preceding step.
3. Auto-instructional System:
Here the learner learns through an auto-instructional device. The teacher is a part of the system indirectly.
4. Material is presented in small Steps:
In programmed learning, the material is presented in small steps or increments. The possibility of error is reduced to the minimum.
5. Learner's own Speed:
In programmed instruction, each learner learns at his own pace or rate of speed. It is the individual who determines the rate of accomplishment.
6. Immediate knowledge of Results:
In programmed learning, the student's answer is immediately checked. He is informed whether his answer is right or wrong. He is given feedback and it reinforces learning
7. Constant evaluation:
In programmed learning, there is constant evaluation. It helps in improving the quality of programmed material.