Information theory is published by Khan Academy comprising videos for an elementary introduction …show more content…
Repetition is one of the best methods to learn and the more one handles a variety of problems, the more one becomes acquainted with them as well as using the patterns that are recognizable as a template for resolving future problems. Since each question is arbitrarily generated, one may have an unrestricted number of problems to exercise with. Additionally, each problem is as well accompanied by its own solution therefore, one can break it down step by step (Prensky, 2011).
Despite being a beneficial digital learning proposal tool, Khan Academy also has a number of limitations. It is somewhat less interactive comparing with having a face to face tutor. When dealing with a physical tutor, one gets instant feedback and also one is able to express thoughts and views. With Khan Academy videos, there is no one to interact with. If there is any question about a certain concept or problem, there is no person to elaborate with thus it is much more challenging to work through problem solving processes individually in so as to gauge the understanding (Dijksman & Khan, …show more content…
A student can work through a specific grade level that is laid out by a topic that they need assistance. It also permits students to select the topics that they are interested in. Khan Academy also has some critiques in that when someone is struggling with a topic, one may not know where to begin. A lot of knowledge is required to understand the videos. Also, there is no instant feedback and if there is any question, there is no person to elaborate. Despite all the limitations, Khan Academy is one of the best learning tools that provide an inspiration for learners to break the classical means of learning through use of