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A Framework of Synthesizing Tutoring Conversation Capability with Web-Based Distance Education Courseware
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Song, Ki-Sang; Hu, Xiangen; Olney, Andrew; Graesser, Arthur C. – Computers and Education, 2004
Whereas existing learning environments on the Web lack high level interactivity, we have developed a human tutor-like tutorial conversation system for the Web that enhances educational courseware through mixed-initiative dialog with natural language processing. The conversational tutoring agent is composed of an animated tutor, a Latent Semantic…
Descriptors: Courseware, Web Based Instruction, Distance Education, Natural Language Processing
The Use of Computers in the Instructional Process in Australian Distance Education.
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Arger, Geoff; Clayton, Debbie – Computers and Education, 1989
Describes results of a survey of the use of computer-assisted learning (CAL) in distance education in Australia. Highlights include subject areas that use CAL; software specifications; types of hardware used; students' and instructors' perceptions of computer usage; and suggestions for further research. (13 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Distance Education, Elementary Secondary Education
Computer-Based Practical Work at a Distance: A Case Study.
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Jones, Ann; Petre, Marian – Computers and Education, 1994
Reports the results of a case study of home computing use in an Open University (Great Britain) multimedia course. The use of student questionnaires and journals is described; and student attitudes about relating new information to existing knowledge, retention, transfer of knowledge, the need for reference materials, and time spent are discussed.…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Courseware