Abstract
Recent interest in the use of software character agents raises the issue of how many agents should be used in online learning. In this paper we review evidence concerning the relative effectiveness of multi-agent systems and introduce a multiple agent system that we have developed for online instruction. A user test is carried out that compares one and two agent versions of the learning system. The results are interpreted in terms of their implications for selecting when and how more than one agent should be used in online learning. We conclude with some recommendations on when multiple agents may help online learners to interact with the learning environment more easily and efficiently.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces, Proceedings IUI |
| Pages | 366-368 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Volume | 2006 |
| Publication status | Published - 2006 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | IUI 06 - 2006 International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces - Sydney Duration: 2005 Jan 29 → 2005 Feb 1 |
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| Other | IUI 06 - 2006 International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces |
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| City | Sydney |
| Period | 05/1/29 → 05/2/1 |
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Keywords
- Character agent
- e-learning
- Educational interface
- Eye tracking
- Multiple agents
- Tracing
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Computer Science(all)
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Are two talking heads better than one? When should use more than one agent in E-learning? / Wang, Hua; Chignell, Mark; Ishizuka, Mitsuru.
International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces, Proceedings IUI. Vol. 2006 2006. p. 366-368.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
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KW - Educational interface
KW - Eye tracking
KW - Multiple agents
KW - Tracing
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