Intelligent learning environment
Definition
Intelligent learning environments are based on various combinations of principles from microworlds, intelligent tutoring systems, cognitive tools and CSCL.
P.Dillenbourg et al. ([1]) offer this definition
The term `intelligent learning environment' (ILE) refers to a category of educational software in which the learner is `put' into a problem solving situation. A learning environment is quite different from traditional courseware based on a sequence of questions, answers and feedback. The best known example of a learning environment is a flight simulator: the learner does not answer questions about how to pilot an aircraft, he learns how to behave like a "real" pilot in a rich flying context...
In summary, we use the word `intelligent learning environment' for learning environments which include
- a problem solving situation and
- one or more agents that assist the learner in his task and monitor his learning.
See also intelligent tutoring systems, artificial intelligence and education, adapative hypertext, computer-supported collaborative learning
References
- Dillenbourg. P., Hilario, M., Mendelsohn, B. Schneider, D., Borcic, B. Report from the project "Les systèmes explorateurs intelligents". Intelligent Learning Environments . FP23 Program; Project No. 4023-2701 [2]