Differences In e-Learning, a second look

To adhere to the assignment, the answers to the questions are as follows:

1. The Universal Machine seems to be geared to teach mostly middle or high school students, as seen in the fun and exciting graphics. The Analytical Engine, however, seems to be geared more toward adults, due to its subdued text and images.

2. The Universal Machine seems to try to teach the ideas found in computers, such as networking and data sharing. The analytical Engine seems to be a more in depth set up, involving all aspects of computers, past and present.

3. The multimedia in The Universal Machine is used to engage its audience and teach them something as well. The analytical Engine uses multimedia much more like a supplemental tool in order to enhance the idea it is trying to convey.

4. The Universal Machine might have different interfaces depending on the user, to cater to a wider audience.

5. The Universal Machine uses graphics and sounds to stimulate the brain, which would work well for younger learners. The Analyitcal Engine uses testing and recording in order to reinforce learning, a good tactic for an older learner.

6. The Universal Machine would seem at times to be too much stimulation for the audience, which could detract from the parts with the desire to teach. Conversely, the Analytical Engine may at times be too dry and could benefit from more multimedia in order to keep the attention of its users.

7. The two titles could learn the techniques described above form one another. One excels where the other lacks.

8. I would estimate the Universal Machine at a creation time of about 100 person hours to finish. I would estimate the Analytical Engine at about 75 to 90 hours.