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Interactive multimodal learning: towards using pedagogical agents for inclusive education

Al Omoush, Muhammad H. orcid logoORCID: 0009-0007-9611-7543, Salih, Sumaia E., Kishore, Sameer orcid logoORCID: 0000-0003-2793-0075 and Mehigan, Tracey orcid logoORCID: 0000-0002-1728-2134 (2023) Interactive multimodal learning: towards using pedagogical agents for inclusive education. In: IEEE International Humanitarian Technology Conference (IEEE IHTC), 1-3 Nov 2023, Cartagena, Colombia. (In Press)

Abstract
A pedagogical agent is an animated interface in an interactive online learning environment. Its role involves guiding users through instructions and participating in direct discussions. Numerous research studies underline the advantages of pedagogical agents in delivering instruction, tailoring learning experiences, and promoting inclusivity. The authors utilize machine learning techniques to develop an interactive multimodal application (combining visuals and audio) designed as a pedagogical agent. This application is intended to assist in teaching primary school students (aged 6 to 8) the recognition of colors and letters. Additionally, it incorporates voice interaction to assess their learning progress. The overarching objective of this pedagogical agent is to seamlessly integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into educational settings, thereby amplifying student engagement and motivation during the learning process. This paper will explore the journey of creating a machine learning- based application and its potential utility in supporting educators. Furthermore, the authors will investigate potential augmentations that could render the application more adept at aiding students with dyslexia. The paper will emphasize the significance of human- computer interaction (HCI), as it significantly shapes pedagogical agents' design and operational aspects.
Metadata
Item Type:Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
Event Type:Conference
Refereed:Yes
Uncontrolled Keywords:Human-Computer Interaction (HCI); inclusive education; machine learning; multimodal pedagogical agent; sensory disability; Graphical User Interface (GUI)
Subjects:Computer Science > Interactive computer systems
Computer Science > Machine learning
Social Sciences > Educational technology
DCU Faculties and Centres:DCU Faculties and Schools > Faculty of Engineering and Computing > School of Computing
Publisher:IEEE
Copyright Information:© 2023 The Authors.
Funders:Science Foundation Ireland Centre for Research Training in Digitally-Enhanced Reality (d-real) under Grant No. 18/CRT/6224
ID Code:29334
Deposited On:05 Jan 2024 11:06 by Muhammad Hani Menazel Al omoush . Last Modified 05 Jan 2024 11:06
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