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ERIC Number: EJ410550
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1990
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The Use of Multiple Explanations in an Open-Ended Intelligent Tutoring System.
Schulze, Kay Gladwell
Journal of Educational Technology Systems, v18 n3 p235-43 1989-90
Describes PRECEPTOR, an intelligent tutoring system that provides multiple explanations for algebraic word problems involving two variables. Modeling the cognitive processes of an effective teacher is discussed, the capacity for individualized tutoring is examined, and differential tutoring based on varying difficulty levels is explained. (17 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Algebra, Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer System Design, Difficulty Level, Equations (Mathematics), Individualized Instruction, Instructional Effectiveness, Teacher Effectiveness, Teacher Role, Word Problems (Mathematics)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Explanations; Intelligent Tutoring Systems