AL is an assembly language simulator that teaches basic assembly language ideas, the concept of program assembly and the basics of the CPU cycle.
Type of Material:
Simulation software
Recommended Uses:
The purpose of the simulation will be completely achieved only if it used as a visual representation after the students are taught the theory behind assemble language translation into machine code and the process of execution of machine code.
Technical Requirements:
The simulation works in any browser that uses a adobe flash plug-in (e.g. IE, chrome, firefox).
Identify Major Learning Goals:
The objective of the simulation software is to illustrate to learners the concept of assembly language , how it is used , how it is translated to machine code and the process of execution of the machine code by the CPU.
Target Student Population:
The material can be used for all undergraduate and postgraduate computer science students who have system software as a course in their curriculum.
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
The following skills are required :
1. Basic knowledge of assembly language concepts
2. Machine language concepts and RAM
Content Quality
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Strengths:
1. It is extremely easy to use and understand.
2. It is very useful because many students find the entire concept of assembly language translation to machine code slightly vague and boring.
The simulation presents an excellent option to clearly demonstrate the functioning of assembly language, and the internal processes of a computer.
Concerns:
More worked examples and detailed separate instruction manual can be included because a few sections of students may find it difficult to understand.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
As a teaching tool , it most outstanding feature is its effectiveness as a visual representation of assembly language translation to machine code and the subsequent storing of the machine code in the Computer's RAM and its execution.
Concerns:
A separate instruction manual will be of good use to both teachers and learners for increasing effectiveness and the reach of the tool.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
Simple and effective presentation of usage .Easy to learn.
Concerns:
Instructions are not clear. It definitely needs guidance from a teacher. Interface Design is too cluttered. CLEAR button was not working.
Other Issues and Comments:
Since is dependant on Flash-capabke browsers, it needs to be tested with the equipment before its use.
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