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TEN- What is courseware?



What is courseware? 

 Courseware is a software program that is invented mainly for educational purposes. It pairs up with the computer to complement each other in aiding students with language learning. It was once stored and available on CDs but the development of technology in this modern era made it possible to be in a flash drive, compact disks or materials placed online. 

 Upon explanation, madam Azida informed us that we will need to invent one of our own. She first introduced us to the platform where we need to carry out the plan- SmartBuilder. She briefed us through the topics and target audience. We had to brainstorm for awhile before laying out the draft on the url provided by our lecturer.

 I look forward to the lesson regarding this courseware!

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