A Multimedia Knowledge Module Virtual Tutor Fosters Interactive Learning
Christian Gütl, Maja Pivec · 2003
The reported research merges qualities of an expert system with advantages of multimedia, thus creating a variety of innovative ways of knowledge mediation. An expert system as a multimedia knowledge module was developed. Because of the interactivity and explanation features the application was named Virtual Tutor (VT). For students, the individual dialogue-based session with the VT provides the possibility to apply the knowledge acquired in combination with indirect assessment. The VT was further embedded in the web-based online learning environment. The application of expert systems makes it possible to use different knowledge representation and explanation approaches. Independent from the course content, the web-based online learning environment gives support to the students in various ways, such as tools for asynchronous and synchronous communication and