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EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES IN EDUCATION: ENHANCING DISTANCE LEARNING WITH TECHNOLOGY-ENHANCED LEARNING
Texas A&M University (UNITED STATES)
About this paper:
Appears in: EDULEARN23 Proceedings
Publication year: 2023
Pages: 7153-7157
ISBN: 978-84-09-52151-7
ISSN: 2340-1117
doi: 10.21125/edulearn.2023.1872
Conference name: 15th International Conference on Education and New Learning Technologies
Dates: 3-5 July, 2023
Location: Palma, Spain
Abstract:
As the world becomes increasingly digitized, the use of emerging technologies in education has become more prevalent. Advances in machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) have opened up new opportunities to transform education. In particular, reinforcement learning (RL) has emerged as a promising technique for improving technology-enhanced and distance learning. This study explores the potential of machine learning, AI, and RL in enhancing teaching and learning experiences in the context of technology-enhanced and distance learning. We present a literature review of relevant studies that demonstrate the potential of these technologies in improving student engagement, performance, and retention.

In this study, we provide an overview of the current state of technology-enhanced and distance learning, highlighting the challenges and limitations of traditional approaches. Then we discuss how RL can be used to enhance these approaches by providing personalized learning experiences, adapting to individual learner needs, and promoting engagement and motivation.we explore the potential of RL in education by reviewing recent research in this area. RL is a type of machine learning that allows an agent to learn from its environment through trial and error. This technique has been successfully applied in various domains, such as robotics and game playing, and has shown great promise for improving educational outcomes. The work presents various applications of these technologies, including personalized learning, intelligent tutoring systems, adaptive learning, and automated assessment. These examples demonstrate the potential of RL to revolutionize education and provide new opportunities for learners and educators alike. Additionally, we explores how these technologies can be leveraged to provide immediate feedback, individualized instruction, and data-driven insights that can inform teaching practices. Furthermore, we present a case study that illustrates the integration of these technologies in an online course. We discuss the design and implementation of a reinforcement learning-based system that adapts to the unique learning needs and preferences of individual learners. Finally, we discuss the potential ethical and social implications of using RL in education and provide recommendations for future research in this area.

In conclusion, this paper highlights the potential of RL to transform education and improve technology-enhanced and distance learning, emerging technologies in education. We demonstrate the various ways in which these technologies can be leveraged to enhance teaching and learning experiences, and present a case study that provides evidence of their effectiveness. By leveraging the power of AI and machine learning, we can create more effective and engaging educational experiences for learners around the world. We suggest that educators and institutions should consider incorporating these technologies into their teaching practices to improve student outcomes and prepare learners for a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Keywords:
Technology-enhanced learning, distance learning, emerging technologies in education, machine learning, reinforcement learning, artificial intelligence.