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Using Animated Agents in Learner-Controlled Training: The Effects of Design Control

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Behrend, Tara S.; Thompson, Lori Foster – International Journal of Training and Development, 2012

Animated agents have the potential to increase engagement and learning during online training by acting as personalized tutors. However, little is known about the conditions that make these agents most effective. In this study, 183 e-learners completed a Microsoft Excel training course. Approximately half were assigned an agent with predetermined…

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Self Efficacy, Learner Controlled Instruction, Feedback (Response)