CAS integration into learning environment

In order to successfully integrate computers into education, it is necessary to organize effectively the prerequisites of human-machine interaction. In the organization of competence-centred education computers could provide valuable assistance for both personal- and group- learning activities. In this paper, we will examine various applications of Computer Algebra Systems (CAS) in classroom settings. The elements of the learning environments are CAS. E-Learning-portal, and Tight VNC remote control system. CAS assisted teaching can become genuinely effective in a complex learning environment if students' instrumental-genesis evolve into instrumental-orchestration. We will demonstrate the evolution of thus process by using one of our developed applications. As an example, we developed, tested, and evaluated our model in the Department of Engineering at the University of Pecs. The study took place during the 2004–2005 academic year with computer science and computer engineering participants.