Instructional models for pre-service teachers usually are split between content courses and pedagogical courses and the learners are expected to develop the pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) on their own during their practical experience in teaching. Metacognitive strategies are often used in the pedagogical courses, but not in the content courses. This study investigated how the use of metac...

We researched the impact of gendered pedagogical agents on student attitudes for math, motivation and achievement in math, within the context of an adaptive tutoring software for high school mathematics. Learning companions emphasize perseverance by valuing effort in challenging tasks. They are also empathetic, as they reflect students’ emotional states. The results suggest that, across two stu...

The implementation of a Web-Based Pedagogical Agent framework to the domain of a programming course support application is detailed. Research describing the need for a Pedagogical Agent is presented, the system framework and technical issues of implementation are described, followed by a discussion of necessary changes to the original model.

This article discusses the integration of animated pedagogical agent into the development of cognitive tools based upon Scientific Inquiry Model for invoking learners’ cognitive conflict and fostering conceptual change. In this study, animated pedagogical agent acts as a catalyst while coaching the learner who interacts individually carrying out the hypothesize-observeexperiment activities. Stu...

This paper discusses a knowledge-based model for the design and development of units of learning and teaching aids. The idea behind this model originates from both the analysis of the open issues in instructional authoring systems, and the lack of a well-defined process able to merge pedagogical strategies with systems for the knowledge organization of the domain. In particular, it is presented...

This study investigates the adoption and impacts new educational technology has on teacher’s work and organization. In the context of this study, new educational ICT applications cover primarily tools for web based training (WBT). This study focuses on developing a new theoretical framework for understanding consequences of new educational technologies in organizations and for educational staff...

This short paper describes a small, ongoing case study exploring how the affordances of a media sharing Web 2.0 application (VoiceThread) can be evaluated for its pedagogical value. Web 2.0 technologies emerge so quickly it is difficult for educators to gauge their actual value in practical terms. In many cases the latest Web 2.0 technologies are superseded almost before they emerge from their ...

This article brings forth an overview of the paradigmatic crisis and the introduction of new pedagogical practices. It also discusses the relationship between paradigm and pedagogical model, presenting a theoretical discussion on the concepts of pedagogical model for E-learning and its pedagogical architecture. To do so, the elements that are part of it such as organizational aspects, content, ...

The purpose of scientific exploration is to harmonize the principles inclusive education in social and pedagogical dimensions. task article can be conditionally divided into two stages: differentiation segments (to make optimal strategic decisions on organization education); search for a synergistic model (combination social, pedagogical, other elements) formation favorable educational environm...