Title :
A framework for designing emotional agents as tutoring entities
Author :
Marin, Bogdan Florin ; Hunger, Axel ; Werner, Stefan
Author_Institution :
Duisburg-Essen Univ.
Abstract :
The use of animated agents in computer based learning environments as a tutoring paradigm can be benefic and increase the learners´ motivation. This paper discusses the premises under which synthetic agents can be pedagogically effective as tutors in a collaborative learning environment. This research is a follow-up of our previous investigation on usage of agent technology in distance learning environments by Marin et al., (2005). This work highlights a framework for creating believable synthetic agents
Keywords :
distance learning; groupware; intelligent tutoring systems; multi-agent systems; animated agents; collaborative learning environment; computer based learning environment; distance learning; emotional agents; synthetic agents; tutoring entity; Animation; Artificial intelligence; Collaborative work; Computer aided instruction; Distance learning; Humans; Insulation; Knowledge based systems; Problem-solving; Prototypes;
Conference_Titel :
Applications and the Internet, 2006. SAINT 2006. International Symposium on
Conference_Location :
Phoenix, AZ
Print_ISBN :
0-7695-2508-3
DOI :
10.1109/SAINT.2006.2
